Definition of magdalen
1
:a reformed prostitute
2
:a house of refuge or reformatory for prostitutes
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Origin and Etymology of magdalen
Mary Magdalen or Magdalene woman healed by Jesus of evil spirits (Luke 8:2), considered identical with a reformed prostitute (Luke 7:36–50)
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