contraband (Meaning)

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contraband (n)

goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law

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distributed or sold illicitly

During the routine inspection, the authorities discovered contraband hidden in the cargo.
Smuggling contraband across borders is a serious offense punishable by law.
The prison guards conducted thorough searches to prevent inmates from possessing contraband items.
The customs officials seized a significant amount of contraband at the airport.
The police intercepted a vehicle carrying contraband cigarettes in an undercover operation.
Despite strict regulations, some individuals still attempt to traffic contraband goods.
The contraband goods were discreetly hidden inside the shipping containers.
The authorities implemented stricter security measures to prevent the entry of contraband into the country.
The contraband market thrives on the illegal trade of prohibited items.
Inmates often resort to smuggling to obtain contraband items within prison walls.

goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law, distributed or sold illicitly

prohibited, forbidden, unauthorized, illicit, smuggled, unapproved, unlicensed, interdicted, outlawed, barred

authorized, licensed, licensed, permitted,permitted, authorized,approved, lawful, endorsed, legal

During the routine inspection, the authorities discovered contraband hidden in the cargo.

Smuggling contraband across borders is a serious offense punishable by law.

The prison guards conducted thorough searches to prevent inmates from possessing contraband items.

The customs officials seized a significant amount of contraband at the airport.