What is another word for rumrunners?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌmɹʌnəz] (IPA) 
Rumrunners were notorious during the period of Prohibition in the United States, when the manufacture, transportation, and sale of alcohol was illegal. These bootleggers were known for smuggling and secretly trafficking alcohol, and they had many synonyms. They were called "moonshiners", "bootleggers", and "hooch peddlers", among other names. Other terms used to describe the illegal trade were "speakeasies", "gin mills", and "blind pigs". These illicit bars were often hidden behind unmarked doors, and patrons had to speak a password or code to gain entry. Despite the risks involved, rumrunners and their associates made a fortune during this time, and their legacy continues to influence popular culture today.
