Drury Lane vestal

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English

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Etymology

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(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) Drury Lane in London was historically known for prostitution; the word vestal (a virgin) is used ironically.

Noun

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Drury Lane vestal (plural Drury Lane vestals)

  1. (archaic, British slang) A prostitute.

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