SMUGGLING Meaning and
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Smuggling refers to the illicit transportation or conveyance of goods, items, or people across borders, either domestically or internationally, in violation of existing laws and regulations. It involves sneaking or hiding these items or individuals from the eyes of customs or border control authorities to avoid detection and avoid the payment of taxes, customs duties, or restrictions laid out by the relevant governing bodies.
The act of smuggling is typically undertaken to facilitate the illegal trade or trafficking of prohibited or restricted substances such as drugs, firearms, counterfeit goods, or endangered animal products. It could also involve the transportation of people unlawfully, often for purposes of human trafficking or illegal immigration. Smuggling may take place through various means including concealed compartments in vehicles, luggage, or even the concealment on or within the person.
The practice of smuggling undermines the rule of law, disrupts economies, and poses threats to national security and public safety. Governments worldwide employ various measures to combat smuggling activities, including the implementation of strict customs protocols, surveillance systems, and intelligence cooperation between nations. Law enforcement agencies actively undertake investigations, arrests, and prosecutions to curb this illegal practice.
In summary, smuggling encompasses the clandestine transportation of goods or individuals across borders, contrary to legal regulations, and with the intent to bypass customs regulations, evade taxes, or engage in illicit activities.
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The offence of passing goods into or out of a country without paying the legal duties; the act or practice of.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of SMUGGLING
The word "smuggling" originated from the Middle English term "smuglen", which was further derived from the Low German word "smuggeln". This Low German word referred to transporting or conveying goods secretly, and it is believed to have been derived from the Dutch word "smuigen", meaning "to transport secretly". The word "smuggling" has been used since the mid-17th century to describe the illegal act of importing or exporting goods without paying the necessary customs duties or by avoiding official controls.
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