What does bawd mean?
A bawd is a woman who manages or runs a brothel, or a procurer of prostitutes. In a broader sense, a bawd can also refer to a person who promotes or facilitates illicit or immoral activities.
Example
"The police raided the brothel, arresting the bawd and several of her employees."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.