contraband in German
contraband in German is Schmuggelware, Kontrebande — contraband means goods that are illegal to own, trade, or smuggle.
contraband in German
Schmuggelware
(uncountable) Goods which are prohibited from being traded, smuggled goods.
Kontrebande
(uncountable) Goods which are prohibited from being traded, smuggled goods.
What does "contraband" mean?
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noun Goods that are illegal to own, trade, or smuggle.
"Customs officers found contraband cigarettes hidden inside the truck."
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adjective Forbidden to be traded or carried.
"The ship was carrying contraband weapons across the border."
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contraband in a sentence
- Customs officers found contraband cigarettes hidden inside the truck.
- Prison guards regularly search cells for contraband phones.
- The ship was carrying contraband weapons across the border.
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What is "contraband" in German?
"contraband" in German is Schmuggelware, Kontrebande. contraband means: Goods that are illegal to own, trade, or smuggle.
How do you use "contraband" in a sentence?
Example: "Customs officers found contraband cigarettes hidden inside the truck." In German, "contraband" is Schmuggelware, Kontrebande.
Are there other ways to say "contraband" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "contraband": Schmuggelware, Kontrebande.
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