I. ˈpimp noun
Etymology: probably akin to British dialect pimp small bundle of sticks, Middle English pymple papule, German Pimpf young boy, kid, literally, little fart, Pumpf, Pumps fart
Date: 1600
: a man who solicits clients for a prostitute
II. verb
Date: 1636
intransitive verb
: to work as a pimp
transitive verb
: to make use of often dishonorably for one's own gain or benefit