was wotd|2006|June|9
English

Etymology
From Old (and modern) French solliciter, from Latin sollicitare �stir, disturb�, later �look after�, from sollicitus �agitated�, from sollus �whole� + past participle of ciere �put in motion�.

Pronunciation
AHD|/s�-lĭs'ĭt/
IPA| /s��lɪsɪt/
audio|en-us-solicit.ogg|Audio (US)
Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-ɪsɪt|-ɪsɪt

Verb
en-verb

1. To persistently endeavor to obtain an object, or bring about an event.
2. To woo; to court.
3. To persuade or incite one to commit some act, especially illegal or sexual behavior.
4. To offer to perform sexual activity, especially when for a payment.
5. To make a petition.
6. archaic To disturb or trouble; to harass.

Synonyms
to request
plead
appeal
supplicate

Derived terms
solicitation
solicitor
solicitous

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