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Solicitation Definition & Meaning

solicitation
noun
  1. an entreaty addressed to someone of superior status; "a solicitation to the king for relief"
  2. request for a sum of money; "an appeal to raise money for starving children"
  3. the act of enticing a person to do something wrong (as an offer of sex in return for money)

"Solicitation" in song lyrics

See how solicitation is used in real songs:

  • "telephone solicitation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "national block of telephone solicitation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "first solicitation"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "solicitation"

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Frequently asked questions

What does solicitation mean?
an entreaty addressed to someone of superior status; "a solicitation to the king for relief" request for a sum of money; "an appeal to raise money for starving children" the act of enticing a person to do something wrong (as an offer of sex in return for money)
What part of speech is solicitation?
Solicitation is a noun.
How many definitions does solicitation have?
Solicitation has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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