
ill gotten gains
IDIOM
ˌill-gotten ˈgains noun [plural]
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English Dictionaryˌill-gotten ˈgains noun [plural] money that was obtained in an unfair or dishonest way – used humorously
[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲
Idiomsill-gotten gainsmoney or other goods acquired illegally or dishonestly
The ill-gotten gains of the politician were the subject of a large government inquiry.
The man used his ill-gotten gains from the sale of the stolen car to go on a holiday.
[TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲
ill gotten gains n. phr. Goods or money obtained in an illegal or immoral fashion.
The jailed criminal had plenty of time to think about his ill-gotten gains. [TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲