Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contraband
noun
/ˈkɒntrəband/
Definition
Goods that are illegal to import or export.
Examples
- Police seized a shipment of contraband.
- He was arrested for carrying contraband across the border.
Meaning
Contraband refers to items that are not allowed to be traded or transported due to laws or regulations.
Synonyms
- Smuggled goods
- Illegal merchandise
- Bootleg
