NYT Dictionary

BOODLE

/ˈbuːdəl/
NounVerbBOO-dleboo-dle · 2 syllablesGrade 8

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

Money, especially when acquired or spent illegally or improperly; swag.

Etymology

Origin: Dutch

From Dutch boedel. Doublet of bottle (dialectal term meaning building or house).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

dirty moneyblack moneyackersbees and honeybluntbonesbrassbreadbread and honeyBugs Bunny

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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