boodle

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

Money, especially when acquired or spent illegally or improperly; swag.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

He was your 'man higher up' when you were on the force. His share of the boodle passed through your hands. You must go on the stand and testify against him.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Candy and snacks.

Register: slang

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “boodle” mean?

Money, especially when acquired or spent illegally or improperly; swag.

Is “boodle” formal or informal?

boodle is generally slang.