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contraband
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relating to illegally transported or held goods
Example
Items like firearms or explosives are absolutely contraband on airplanes for safety.
Police dogs are trained to detect contraband substances like narcotics or undeclared food.
Attempting to bring contraband communication devices into high-security areas is illegal.
Contraband
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goods or items whose importation, exportation, or possession is prohibited by law
Example
The customs officers seized a shipment of contraband at the border.
The police found contraband hidden in the suspect ’s vehicle.
The contraband was disguised as legal merchandise to evade detection.
Example
Items like firearms or explosives are absolutely contraband on airplanes for safety.
Police dogs are trained to detect contraband substances like narcotics or undeclared food.
Attempting to bring contraband communication devices into high-security areas is illegal.
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