Meaning of the word boodle in English

What does boodle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

boodle

US /ˈbuː.dəl/
UK /ˈbuː.dəl/

Noun

money, especially when gained dishonestly

Example:
The politician was accused of taking boodle from lobbyists.
They made a lot of boodle from the illegal scheme.