world's oldest profession

noun

Phrases
the world's oldest profession
humorous
: the occupation of engaging in sex work

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of world's oldest profession was in 1908

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“World's oldest profession.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world%27s%20oldest%20profession. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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