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Gunrunning

Definition:

Gunrunning refers to the illicit trade or smuggling of firearms, ammunition, and associated equipment across national borders or territories where such activities are prohibited by law.

Parts of speech:

• Noun: Gunrunning is a serious criminal offense.
• Verb: The gang was involved in gunrunning activities.

Senses and Usages:

1. Illegal Trade: The term gunrunning primarily refers to the illegal trade or smuggling of guns.

Example sentence: The authorities launched a crackdown on a major gunrunning ring operating in the city.

2. Arms Trafficking: Gunrunning involves the transportation and distribution of firearms and ammunition across borders.

Example sentence: The international agency aims to combat global gunrunning networks.

3. Smuggling: Gunrunning also encompasses the clandestine smuggling of weapons.

Example sentence: The convicted criminal was arrested for participating in gunrunning and drug smuggling activities.

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