Boodle ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Boodle ( noun )

1. A large amount of money, especially when acquired illicitly or obtained in a dishonest or deceitful way.
2. A group of people or things, especially when considered together for a specific purpose.

Origin:

Originated in the mid-18th century, probably from the dutch word "bodel" meaning "a trifle" or "small coin".

Examples:

1. The politician was found to have accumulated a large boodle of money from various shady deals.
2. The boodle of tourists at the famous landmark was so large that it was difficult to move around.
3. The boodle of people waiting in line for the concert stretched around the block.
4. She inherited a boodle of stock from her grandfather.
5. He had a boodle of cash in his pocket, ready to spend on anything he wanted.

(As a verb)

Boodle ( verb )

1. A large amount of money, especially when acquired illicitly or obtained in a dishonest or deceitful way.
2. A group of people or things, especially when considered together for a specific purpose.

Origin:

Originated in the mid-18th century, probably from the dutch word "bodel" meaning "a trifle" or "small coin".

Examples:

1. The politician was found to have accumulated a large boodle of money from various shady deals.
2. The boodle of tourists at the famous landmark was so large that it was difficult to move around.
3. The boodle of people waiting in line for the concert stretched around the block.
4. She inherited a boodle of stock from her grandfather.
5. He had a boodle of cash in his pocket, ready to spend on anything he wanted.