bootlegger

/ˈbuːtˌlɛɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who smuggles or secretly imports or exports goods, especially liquor, in defiance of laws or regulations

“The notorious bootlegger was finally caught by the authorities and brought to justice.”

2. verb

to smuggle or secretly import or export goods, especially liquor, in defiance of laws or regulations

“He bootlegged liquor across the border to supply the local black market.”

Synonyms

  • contrabandist
  • moonshiner
  • rummy
  • smuggler

Antonyms

  • customs agent
  • law enforcement officer