courtesan
noun
(especially in historical use) a mistress, paramour, or prostitute, especially one associating with noblemen or men of wealth.
courtezan
-
a variation of
courtesan.
Example Sentences
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Thus it happened that art, which, on the purely hedonistic hypothesis, had been treated as a beautiful courtezan, became in the hands of the moralist, a pedagogue.
From Aesthetic as Science of Expression and General Linguistic by Benedetto Croce
The matron, virgin, and courtezan, he informs us, were particularly distinguished from each other by the manner in which their hair was arranged and braided.
From History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume I by John Dunlop
Alas that a Brahman family should thus be plunged in darkness for the sake of Madanikā, a courtezan!
From The Little Clay Cart Mrcchakatika by Arthur William Ryder
Officials, how can I testify that a courtezan is my friend?
From The Little Clay Cart Mrcchakatika by Arthur William Ryder
A courtezan, an elephant, a scribe, a mendicant friar, a swindler, and an ass—where these dwell, not even rogues are born.
From The Little Clay Cart Mrcchakatika by Arthur William Ryder
