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Pander
/ˈpændə/
A person who furthers the illicit love-affairs of others; a pimp or procurer.
📖 Definitions of "Pander"
noun
- 1
A person who furthers the illicit love-affairs of others; a pimp or procurer.
- 2
An offer of illicit sex with a third party.
- 3
An illicit or illegal offer, usually to tempt.
- 4
(by extension) One who ministers to the evil designs and passions of another.
verb
- 1
To tempt with, to appeal or cater to (improper motivations, etc.); to assist in gratification.
"His latest speech panders to the worst instincts of the electorate."
- 2
To offer illicit sex with a third party; to pimp.
- 3
To act as a pander for (somebody).
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