contraband

/kɒnˈtræbænd/

Definitions

1. noun

Goods or items that are prohibited or restricted by law, especially those smuggled into a country or area.

“The customs officer found a large quantity of contraband cigarettes in the luggage.”

2. noun

Unwanted or undesirable things, such as ideas or behavior.

“The company tried to eliminate contraband gossip that was spreading among the employees.”

Synonyms

  • black market goods
  • illicit goods
  • smuggled goods

Antonyms

  • legitimate goods
  • licit goods