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Solicitation

Suh-lih-sih-TAY-shuhn

/sʌˌlɪsɪˈteɪʃʌn/

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solicitation

Dictionary meaning

The act of enticing a person to do something wrong (as an offer of sex in return for money).

Examples

  • A solicitation to the king for relief.

Synonyms: allurement

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