Pander Definition and Legal Meaning

On this page, you'll find the legal definition and meaning of Pander, written in plain English, along with examples of how it is used.

What is Pander?

1\. The act of procuring customers for the prostitutes normally by the pimps, who does it for their own commission and profits. They also lures or entices the women into prostitution for which they are paid. 2. Also refers to making false promises to win someones favour and support.

History and Meaning of Pander

The term "pander" originated from the name of the character "Pandarus" in Chaucer's "Troilus and Criseyde". Pandarus is responsible for arranging the meeting between Troilus and Criseyde, and the word "pander" has since come to be associated with someone who arranges illicit sexual liaisons.

In legal terms, a panderer is someone who profits from promoting or facilitating prostitution. This can mean procuring clients for a prostitute for a fee, or using false promises or coercion to convince someone to engage in prostitution. Pandering is illegal and is considered a form of human trafficking.

Examples of Pander

  1. The pimp was arrested for pandering after he was caught arranging clients for his prostitutes.

  2. The politician was accused of pandering to special interests in order to secure campaign funds.

  3. The singer was criticized for pandering to mainstream audiences with his latest album, sacrificing his artistic integrity for commercial success.

Legal Terms Similar to Pander

  1. Prostitution: the act of engaging in sexual activity in exchange for money or other forms of compensation.
  2. Human trafficking: the illegal trade of human beings, typically for the purposes of forced labor or sexual exploitation.
  3. Procuring: the act of facilitating or arranging for prostitution, often for a fee.