Bootlegger

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈbuːtˌlɛɡər/

Definitions of bootlegger

noun a person who sells illegal alcohol, especially during Prohibition

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger sold illegal alcohol during Prohibition.

A2 The police arrested the bootlegger for selling counterfeit goods.

B1 The bootlegger was known for smuggling pirated DVDs into the country.

B2 The bootlegger operated a sophisticated network for distributing fake designer handbags.

C1 The bootlegger was involved in a large-scale operation of producing and distributing counterfeit pharmaceuticals.

C2 The notorious bootlegger was finally apprehended after years of evading law enforcement.

verb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger tried to sell illegal copies of movies.

A2 He was caught bootlegging CDs at the flea market.

B1 The company discovered that someone had been bootlegging their products.

B2 The bootlegger was arrested for distributing counterfeit goods.

C1 The authorities cracked down on a large bootlegging operation in the city.

C2 Despite the risks, he continued to bootleg designer clothing and accessories.

adjective not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger movie was not as good as the original.

A2 She bought a bootlegger copy of the new album on the street.

B1 The bootlegger merchandise was confiscated by the authorities.

B2 He was caught selling bootlegger DVDs at the flea market.

C1 The bootlegger alcohol was of poor quality and potentially dangerous.

C2 The bootlegger software was full of bugs and caused system crashes.

adverb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger quickly ran away from the police.

A2 The bootlegger skillfully avoided detection by the authorities.

B1 The bootlegger cleverly smuggled the illegal goods across the border.

B2 The bootlegger discreetly distributed the counterfeit products to customers.

C1 The bootlegger meticulously planned each operation to avoid getting caught.

C2 The bootlegger expertly navigated the underground market to sell their goods.

pronoun not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger sold illegal alcohol.

A2 The bootlegger was arrested for selling counterfeit goods.

B1 The bootlegger operated a secret distillery in the woods.

B2 The bootlegger smuggled bootlegged goods across state lines.

C1 The bootlegger was known for his elaborate operation of distributing illegal goods.

C2 The bootlegger's underground network spanned multiple countries, making him a notorious figure in the criminal world.

preposition not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger hid the illegal alcohol in his basement.

A2 The bootlegger sold fake designer handbags on the street corner.

B1 The bootlegger was caught smuggling counterfeit DVDs across the border.

B2 The bootlegger operated a sophisticated underground network for distributing pirated music.

C1 The bootlegger's operation was shut down by authorities after years of evading capture.

C2 The bootlegger was known for his ability to replicate high-end products with precision.

conjunction not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger sold illegal alcohol.

A2 The bootlegger was caught by the police.

B1 The bootlegger operated a speakeasy during Prohibition.

B2 The bootlegger smuggled alcohol across state lines.

C1 The bootlegger's operation was shut down by federal agents.

C2 The bootlegger was known for his high-quality counterfeit goods.

interjection not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Bootlegger! That's not allowed.

A2 Hey, bootlegger, stop right there!

B1 I can't believe that bootlegger is still selling fake goods.

B2 The bootlegger was caught red-handed by the authorities.

C1 The bootlegger had been operating for years before being caught.

C2 The sophisticated operation of the bootlegger was finally dismantled by law enforcement.

article not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The bootlegger sold illegal alcohol.

A2 The bootlegger was caught by the police.

B1 The bootlegger operated a speakeasy during Prohibition.

B2 The bootlegger smuggled alcohol across state lines.

C1 The bootlegger was known for producing high-quality counterfeit goods.

C2 The bootlegger had a network of contacts to distribute their illegal products.

Examples of bootlegger in a Sentence

formal The bootlegger was arrested for selling illegal alcohol.

informal I heard that bootlegger got busted last night.

slang That bootlegger is always trying to make a quick buck.

figurative He was known as the bootlegger of stolen goods in the underground market.

Grammatical Forms of bootlegger

plural

bootleggers

comparative

more bootlegger

superlative

most bootlegger

present tense

bootleg

future tense

will bootleg

perfect tense

have bootlegged

continuous tense

is bootlegging

singular

bootlegger

positive degree

bootlegger

infinitive

to bootleg

gerund

bootlegging

participle

bootlegged

Origin and Evolution of bootlegger

First Known Use: 1889 year
Language of Origin: American English
Story behind the word: The word 'bootlegger' originated during the Prohibition era in the United States, where individuals would conceal flasks of alcohol in the legs of their boots to smuggle and distribute illegally.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe those who illegally sold alcohol during Prohibition, the term 'bootlegger' has evolved to refer to anyone who engages in the illegal production or distribution of goods, often in violation of copyright or trademark laws.