Pronunciations (2)
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/vɪˈnælɪti/
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vɪˈnælɪti
Noun
The fact or state of being for sale, especially with reference to bribes or corruption.
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1785, The Times, 17 Jan 1785, p.1 col. B As your spirited paper has declared war, not only against venality and despotism, but was intended to correct follies and abuses in private life, I hope the following will come within its useful plan.
Noun
prostitution of talents or offices or services for reward
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