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    Contrabandista (en. Smuggler)

    /kon.tɾa.manˈdista/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Individual who traffics in prohibited goods or evades taxes.
    The smuggler was arrested at the border.
    El contrabandista fue arrestado en la frontera.
    Person engaged in illegal activities related to trade.
    The smuggler hid products in his vehicle.
    El contrabandista ocultaba productos en su vehículo.
    One who is dedicated to the clandestine importation or exportation of goods.
    Smugglers operate in the darkness of night.
    Los contrabandistas operan en la oscuridad de la noche.

    Etymology

    From the term 'contraband', which comes from the Latin 'contrabandum'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    contraband
    Activity of introducing or taking out goods illegally.
    contrabando
    smuggling network
    Organization dedicated to smuggling.
    red de contrabando
    famous smuggler
    Smuggler famous for his exploits.
    contrabandista célebre

    Related Words

    smuggling
    Activity of illegal trade in goods.
    contrabando
    merchandise
    Goods that are bought and sold.
    mercancía
    trafficking
    Illegal trade in products, especially drugs.
    trafico

    Slang Meanings

    Cat
    In the neighborhood, they call the smuggler "cat" because of the way he moves.
    En el barrio le llaman gato al contrabandista por su forma de moverse.
    Wolf
    He is a wolf in the smuggling game, always one step ahead.
    Es un lobo en el juego del contrabando, siempre un paso adelante.