Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gun-running

Noun

/ˈɡʌn ˈrʌnɪŋ/

Definition

The illegal trade of firearms and ammunition.

Examples

The authorities cracked down on gun-running operations reported along the border.
Many regions are plagued by the consequences of gun-running and the violence that follows.
International laws have been established to combat gun-running across nations.

Meaning

Gun-running refers to the covert transportation, sale, or distribution of firearms and ammunition, typically across international borders, often to conflict zones or criminal organizations.