Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

brothel

noun
/ˈbrɒθ.əl/
Definition
A brothel is a place where people engage in sexual activities with others in exchange for money.
Examples
  • The city had several brothels operating discreetly in its red-light district.
  • They decided to close down the brothel due to legal issues.
  • He wrote a book about the history of brothels throughout different cultures.
Meaning
It commonly refers to a house or establishment where paid sexual services are offered.
Synonyms
  • whorehouse
  • house of ill repute
  • bordello