convertite

[ kon-ver-tahyt ]

noun

, Archaic.

1. a convert.
2. a reformed prostitute.

convertite

/ ˈkɒnvəˌtaɪt /

noun

1. archaic.
   a convert, esp a reformed prostitute

Word History and Origins

Origin of convertite¹

First recorded in 1555–65; convert ¹ + -ite ¹

Example Sentences

Maria Maddalena delle Convertite institutes suit to gain Pompilia's estate.

From Project Gutenberg

Pompilia was consigned to the 'Convertite' (converted ones).

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