Whoring
verb
To act like a sex worker, often for gaining money, attention or power.
She was accused of whoring herself to gain political favor.
Often appears as...
- whoring around
- whoring out
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb
Acting in a way that is considered unworthy or betraying one's values or standards.
He was whoring his talent by working on low-quality films for the money.
Often appears as...
- whoring oneself out
- whoring his talent
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Idiomatic
verb
To act like a sex worker, often for gaining money, attention or power.
She was accused of whoring herself to gain political favor.
Often appears as...
- whoring around
- whoring out
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb
Acting in a way that is considered unworthy or betraying one's values or standards.
He was whoring his talent by working on low-quality films for the money.
Often appears as...
- whoring oneself out
- whoring his talent
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Disapproval
This usage expresses a harsh judgment and is offensive when describing a person.
The community did not hold back in whoring out those who betrayed their trust.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid in Formality
Never use 'whoring' in formal situations; it's inappropriate and can be seen as disrespectful.
It's not acceptable to use terms like 'whoring around' in a business meeting.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Use
Used in casual settings among peers, but can be construed as vulgar or offensive.
They joked about him whoring himself out for concert tickets.
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Disapproval
This usage expresses a harsh judgment and is offensive when describing a person.
The community did not hold back in whoring out those who betrayed their trust.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid in Formality
Never use 'whoring' in formal situations; it's inappropriate and can be seen as disrespectful.
It's not acceptable to use terms like 'whoring around' in a business meeting.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Use
Used in casual settings among peers, but can be construed as vulgar or offensive.
They joked about him whoring himself out for concert tickets.
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Disapproval
This usage expresses a harsh judgment and is offensive when describing a person.
The community did not hold back in whoring out those who betrayed their trust.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid in Formality
Never use 'whoring' in formal situations; it's inappropriate and can be seen as disrespectful.
It's not acceptable to use terms like 'whoring around' in a business meeting.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Use
Used in casual settings among peers, but can be construed as vulgar or offensive.
They joked about him whoring himself out for concert tickets.
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Quote examples
Tim Roth
British Actor
When you know youre whoring it hurts. I have kids. I'm not going to run down an actor for doing this.
Quote examples
Rob Corddry
American Comedian
Once I found out how much an Off-Off-Broadway actor makes, I was whoring myself out the next day.
Quote examples
Tim Roth
British Actor
When you know youre whoring it hurts. I have kids. I'm not going to run down an actor for doing this.
Quote examples
Rob Corddry
American Comedian
Once I found out how much an Off-Off-Broadway actor makes, I was whoring myself out the next day.
Example 1 of 2
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