boodling

Definitions


[], (Noun)

Definitions:
- The action or practice of offering, accepting, or spending money illegally or improperly, especially in connection with the obtaining or holding of public office; bribery and corruption in public life; misappropriation or embezzlement of public funds.


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Origin:
late 19th century; earliest use found in Milwaukee (Wisconsin) Daily Journal. From boodle + -ing




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