Hussy
(noun)
- A disrespectful or impudent woman.
- a woman of loose morals; a prostitute.
Origin:
Late 16th century (originally denoting a housekeeper or a housemaid): of unknown origin.
Examples:
- She was called a hussy for her bold and flirtatious behavior.
- The word hussy is considered offensive and derogatory.
- He accused her of being a hussy, but she denied the accusation.
- The term hussy is often used to describe a woman who is considered promiscuous or sexually loose.
- It is considered disrespectful and sexist to use the word hussy to describe a woman.