A pimp; one that procures the seduction or prostitution of girls. They are punishable by statute in England and America. … [Read more...]

In political economy. The creation of objects which constitute wealth. The requisites of production are latjory capital, and the materials and motive forces afforded by nature. Of these, labor and the raw material of the globe are primary and indispensable. Natural motive powers; may be called in to the assistance of labor, and are a help, but not an essential, of production. … [Read more...]

In French law. An attorney; one who has received a commission from another to act on his behalf. There were in France two classes of procureurs: Procureur8 ad negotia, appointed by an Individual to act for him in the administration of his affairs; persons Invested with a power of attorney; corresponding to "attorneys In fact." Procurcurs ad lites were persons appointed and … [Read more...]

In pleading. The formula, "and therefore he brings his suit," etc., with which declarations always conclude. Steph. PL 428, 429. … [Read more...]

In French law. An officer of the imperial court, who either personally or by his deputy prosecutes every one who is accused of a crime according to the forms of French law. His functions appear to be confined to preparing the case for trial at the assizes, assisting in that trial, demanding the sentence in case of a conviction, and being present at the delivery of the sentence. … [Read more...]