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convertite

[ kon-ver-tahyt ]

noun

, Archaic.
  2. a reformed prostitute.

convertite

/ ˈkɒnvəˌtaɪt /

noun

  1. archaic.
    a convert, esp a reformed prostitute

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Word History and Origins

Origin of convertite1

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

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Example Sentences

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

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

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