n. [ L. proxeneta, Gr. &unr_;. ] A negotiator; a factor. [ R. ] Dr. H. More. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Gr. &unr_; agent + -ism; cf. F. proxénétisme. ] The action of a go-between or broker in negotiating immoral bargains between the sexes; procuring. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]