The spelling of the word "porn merchant" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. /pɔːn ˈmɜːtʃənt/ is the correct pronunciation of this term in British English. In American English, the "r" sound is often silent, so it is pronounced as /pɔːn ˈmɜːtʃənt/. The word is a derogatory term used to describe someone who deals in pornography or the pornographic industry. While the term can be offensive, some people still use it to describe those who engage in such activities.
The term "porn merchant" is a colloquial expression typically used to describe someone who is involved in the business of selling or distributing pornography. It doesn't have a specific etymology or origin story, as it is simply a combination of the words "porn", an abbreviation of pornography, and "merchant", meaning a person engaged in trade or commerce.
The term "merchant" has its roots in Middle English, derived from the Old French word "marcheant", meaning a trader or dealer. The word "pornography" comes from the Greek words "pornē", meaning a prostitute, and "graphē", meaning a writing or depiction. Over time, "pornography" has evolved to refer to explicit material, usually in the form of sexually explicit videos, images, or writings.