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pander

/ˈpændə/

noun

Meaning

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

  • An offer of illicit sex with a third party.

  • An illicit or illegal offer, usually to tempt.

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

Synonyms

panderer

verb

Meaning

  • 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."

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

  • To act as a pander for (somebody).

Synonyms

hustle,
prostitute,
whore out