This is the 11183rd most frequent French word.
proxénétisme
The facilitation or promotion of prostitution, typically for financial gain; pimping.
Here, 'proxénétisme' represents the phenomenon that law enforcement aims to prevent or eliminate.
La lutte contre le proxénétisme est une priorité pour la police.
The fight against pimping is a priority for the police.
The term 'proxénétisme' refers to the act of profiting financially from someone else's engagement in prostitution, indicating its illegality.
Le proxénétisme est une activité illégale dans de nombreux pays.
Pimping is an illegal activity in many countries.
In this context, 'proxénétisme' specifies the legal accusation tied to the criminal activity.