Definition of hawala

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  • hawala is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • hawala is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • hawala is not a valid Words with friends word!

Definition of hawala

  • an underground banking system based on trust whereby money can be made available internationally without actually moving it or leaving a record of the transaction (noun)

    Examples

    1. terrorists make extensive use of hawala

See definition of hawala in Merriam Webster