— accostable , adj.
/euh kawst", euh kost"/ , v.t.
1. to confront boldly: The beggar accosted me for money.
2. to approach, esp. with a greeting, question, or remark.
3. (of prostitutes, procurers, etc.) to solicit for sexual purposes.
n.
4. a greeting.
[ 1570-80; accostare to be or put side by side. See AC-, COAST ]