Black market

Pronunciation: /ˈbɫæk ˈmɑɹkət/

Black market (noun)

  1. A market where goods are sold or bought illegally, often to avoid laws or taxes.
  2. An illegal system for trading items that are controlled or limited by the government.

Examples

  • The black market sells items without permission.
  • People avoid the black market because it is risky.