Dictionary
so•lic•it
Pronunciation: (su-lis'it), [key]—
v.t.
1. to seek for (something) by entreaty, earnest or respectful request, formal application, etc.:
He solicited aid from the minister.
2. to entreat or petition (someone or some agency):
to solicit the committee for funds.
3. to seek to influence or incite to action, esp. unlawful or wrong action.
4. to offer to have sex with in exchange for money.
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v.i.
1. to make a petition or request, as for something desired.
2. to solicit orders or trade, as for a business:
No soliciting allowed in this building.
3. to offer to have sex with someone in exchange for money.
Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.