English · Slang Attested

mule

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Meaning · English

To smuggle (illegal drugs).

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

There are many drug lords, each with his own corridor (think of it as a franchise of sorts) funneling narcotics into Texas. There are multifold methods of transport. The old, and still viable, way is to "mule" it across the Rio Grande in a small boat.

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).

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Common questions

What does “mule” mean?

To smuggle (illegal drugs).

Is “mule” formal or informal?

mule is generally slang.

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