Bootlegging Definition & Meaning

bootlegging
noun
  1. the act of making or transporting alcoholic liquor for sale illegally; "the Prohibition amendment made bootlegging profitable"
  2. the act of selling illegally or without permission; "the bootlegging of videotapes is common in Asia"

"Bootlegging" in song lyrics

See how bootlegging is used in real songs:

  • "Push rewind I'll say it again, don't card that's bootlegging"
    Big Pokey f/ E.S.G., Mussilini — Making Mail
  • "He says here's to begging duplicating and bootlegging"
    George Clinton — Martial Law
  • "1920s bootlegging"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "bootlegging"

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