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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. 1

    A person who furthers the illicit love-affairs of others; a pimp or procurer.

  2. 2

    An offer of illicit sex with a third party.

  3. 3

    An illicit or illegal offer, usually to tempt.

  4. 4

    (by extension) One who ministers to the evil designs and passions of another.

verb
  1. 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. 2

    To offer illicit sex with a third party; to pimp.

  3. 3

    To act as a pander for (somebody).

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