trafficked

Meanings

• verb

  illegally trading or dealing in contraband or persons, especially by means of force or deception

  - "Human trafficking is a serious crime and a violation of human rights."
  - "The mafia is known for trafficking drugs and weapons across borders."

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Synonyms

trade

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with trafficked
afflicted , distracted , neglected , persecuted

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Variants

List of all variants of trafficked that leads to same result
traffic , trafficked , trafficker , traffickers , trafficking , trafficks

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Etymology

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The term 'trafficked' comes from the Old French word 'traffiquer', which means 'to trade'. It has been in use since the late 1400s, but its modern meaning related to illegal trading or dealing in contraband or persons emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Trivia

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1. Human trafficking is the second largest criminal industry in the world, after drug trafficking.

2. The United Nations estimates that there are approximately 21 million victims of human trafficking worldwide.

3. Trafficking can occur in any country, including developed nations like the United States and the United Kingdom.

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Related Concepts

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1. human trafficking: The exploitation of human beings for forced labor or sexual exploitation, typically through the use of violence, deception, or coercion.

2. organized crime: A group of individuals who come together to engage in illegal activities, often involving violence, extortion, and other forms of coercion.

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Culture

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Trafficking is a major global issue that affects millions of people every year. It is often associated with organized crime and involves the exploitation of vulnerable populations, particularly women and children. The topic has been the focus of numerous works of literature, art, music, and film, including novels like 'The Slave Dancer' by Paula McLain and movies like 'Taken' and 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'.

How to Memorize "trafficked"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize 'trafficked', imagine a clandestine operation involving the illegal trade of goods or people, often with force or deception.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'trafficked' with 'smuggling' or 'illegal trade' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Trade Fake Goods' to remember the meaning of 'trafficked'.

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