Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bootleg
verb, noun
/ˈbuːt.lɛɡ/
Definition
To illegally transport or sell goods, especially alcoholic beverages, without authorization.
Examples
- During Prohibition, many people would bootleg alcohol across state lines.
- The musician’s bootleg recordings became popular among fans.
Meaning
The act of producing, distributing, or selling products in violation of legal restrictions.
Synonyms
- Illicit
- Smuggle
- Illegal
- Contraband
