contraband
Translation
contraband, smuggled goods
Examples
The police found contraband in his car.
The police found contraband in his car.
He was arrested for smuggling contraband.
He was arrested for smuggling contraband.
Grammar Patterns
((contraband)) illegal goods The police found contraband in his car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: smuggled goods, illegal items
Etymology
From 'contra' (against) and Italian 'bando' (ban). Literally 'against the ban'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'contra' as 'against'. These are goods brought into a country 'against' the law.