mort wap-apace en · NOUN
Etymology
From mort (“woman”) + wap (“to engage in sexual intercourse”) + apace (“quickly, rapidly, with speed”).
Meanings
- (UK, obsolete, qualifier:thieves' cant) An experienced prostitute.
- (UK, obsolete, qualifier:thieves' cant) A sexually active woman.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| morts wap-apace | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
prostitute (prostitute) · promiscuous woman (sexually active woman)