1. people who obtain or acquire something, especially through effort or by using influence
Usage: formal
2. people who illegally obtain others for prostitution
Usage: legal term; offensive context

Examples

• The museum’s procurers traveled worldwide to acquire rare artifacts.
• Government procurers negotiated contracts for military equipment.
• Art procurers worked with collectors to find valuable paintings.
• The company’s procurers sourced materials from various suppliers.
• Law enforcement arrested several procurers in the trafficking case.
• Professional procurers helped the corporation obtain necessary permits.