pimp
BrE /pɪmp/ AmE /pɪmp/
noun / verb en → es
a man who controls prostitutes and arranges for them to have sex with men in exchange for money
proxeneta, chulo
Collocations pimp a prostitute
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He was arrested for pimping.
Fue arrestado por explotar prostitutas.
a man who is very interested in his appearance and wears clothes that are fashionable but also showy or exaggerated, especially brightly colored suits with wide lapels and large hats
guaperas, elegante pero exagerado
Collocations pimp style
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He dresses like a pimp from the 70s.
Se viste como un guaperas de los años setenta.
to make something look more attractive or impressive by adding extra features, such as bright colors or shiny materials
embellecer, mejorar la apariencia
- take sth and make it look better
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He pimps up his car with bright colors.
Pinta su coche con colores brillantes para embellecerlo.