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Definition slut-shame in American English

slut-shame verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/ˈslʌt ˌʃeɪm/
1

to criticize a woman for any form of sexual behavior that is disapproved of, such as having more than one sexual partner or wearing sexy clothes

Example

Young women are still slut-shamed - that is, made to feel ashamed for their sexual activity.

Example

I'm not trying to slut-shame at all.

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Definition slut-shame in American English