animalsmuggling
nounUK /ˈænɪməlˌsmʌɡlɪŋ/
US /ˈænɪməlˌsmʌɡlɪŋ/
Animal smuggling is when people secretly and illegally move animals from one place to another.
The police stopped a man at the airport who was caught animal smuggling rare birds in his suitcase.
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2. The secret, unlawful transport of live animals across borders for profit.
Animal smuggling threatens many endangered species around the world.
3. The act of sneaking pets or livestock past customs without permission.
Animal smuggling can spread diseases between countries.
4. A crime in which animals are hidden and carried to places where selling them is illegal.
Officials launched a campaign against animal smuggling at the port.