GRE Word List
CONTRABAND
illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling
The meaning of the word contraband is illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling.
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| condone | to regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless |
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| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
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| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
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