Meaning Of The Word Ill-gotten

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ill-gotten in American English
obtained by evil, unlawful, or dishonest means
adjective: acquired by dishonest, improper, or evil means

ill-gotten in British English
adjective: obtained dishonestly or illegally (esp in the phrase ill-gotten gains)

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