Prostitute or loose woman.
Tart
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Tart, that is."
"I've never seen such a Tart in all my life."
Etymology & History
British pastry or promiscuous woman or decorate. British triple meaning food/insult/decoration. Jam tart British dessert. 'She's a tart' British prostitute slur. 'Tart up' British decorate. Reflects British versatile vocabulary.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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