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单词 proxenete
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Definition of proxenete in English:

proxenete

(also proxenet)
noun ˈprɒksɪniːtˈprɒksɪnɛt
historical
  • Especially with reference to France or in classical contexts: a person who negotiates something, especially a marriage; a go-between, a matchmaker. Also occasionally: a procurer.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Pierre Erondelle (fl. 1586–1609). From French proxénète broker, person who negotiates a deal, procurer or its etymon classical Latin proxenēta agent, broker from Greek προξενητής (attested in undated inscriptions) from ancient Greek προξενεῖν to be a public guest or friend, to manage for another + -τής, suffix forming agent-nouns.

Definition of proxenete in US English:

proxenete

(also proxenet)
noun
historical
  • Especially with reference to France or in classical contexts: a person who negotiates something, especially a marriage; a go-between, a matchmaker. Also occasionally: a procurer.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Pierre Erondelle (fl. 1586–1609). From French proxénète broker, person who negotiates a deal, procurer or its etymon classical Latin proxenēta agent, broker from Greek προξενητής (attested in undated inscriptions) from ancient Greek προξενεῖν to be a public guest or friend, to manage for another + -τής, suffix forming agent-nouns.

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