noun
- a person who illegally transports goods across borders to avoid paying taxes or customs duties
Examples
- The smuggler was caught at the border with illegal drugs hidden in his car.
- Historical smugglers often used secret tunnels to transport goods.
- The coast guard arrested several smugglers attempting to bring contraband ashore.
- During Prohibition, many smugglers made fortunes transporting alcohol.
- Border patrol agents are trained to identify potential smugglers.
- The smuggler’s boat was seized along with its illegal cargo.