trafficking
Americannoun
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the practice of dealing or trading in a commodity or service, often an illegal one.
drug trafficking.
Etymology
Origin of trafficking
First recorded in 1530–40; traffic ( def. ) + -ing 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Kequn and Mwangi, who pleaded not guilty, are being prosecuted for wildlife trafficking without a permit and conspiracy, and face up to seven years in prison, according to their lawyer.
From Barron's
Epstein was never charged for drug trafficking or financial crimes.
Four people went on to be referred to the Home Office as potential victims of human trafficking and modern slavery.
From BBC
“One of the things our report starts from is the only evidence-based data connected to major sporting events is that labor trafficking increases,” Richard said.
From Los Angeles Times
State leaders are celebrating the four-day operation to combat human trafficking in Southern California that led to the rescue as well as the arrests of seven people.
From Los Angeles Times
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