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Definition solicit in British English

solicit verb

verb
/səˈlɪsɪt/
1

to ask someone for something such as money or support

Example

The organization decided to solicit aid for the new campaign.

Example

time spent soliciting funds from overseas investors

Synonyms and related words
ask for request insist on something
2

to offer to have sex with someone in exchange for money

Example

Police have been carrying out raids on prostitutes suspected of soliciting.

Synonyms and related words
bordello brothel call girl
Definition solicit in British English