Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contrabandista
noun
kon-truh-ban-dees-tah
Definition
A person who illegally trades goods, typically smuggled items.
Examples
- The contrabandista was caught trying to smuggle drugs across the border.
- Authorities have increased surveillance to catch contrabandistas in the region.
- Movies often depict narco-traffickers as contrabandistas dealing with dangerous goods.
Meaning
Contrabandista refers to someone who engages in the illegal transportation or sale of goods that are prohibited or restricted by law.
Synonyms
- Smuggler
- Trafficker
- Illicit trader