Meaning of the word laundering in English

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

laundering

US /ˈlɔːn.drɪŋ/
UK /ˈlɔːn.drɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the washing of clothes and other textiles

Example:
She spent the morning doing the laundering.
The hotel offers a daily laundering service.
2.

the concealment of the origins of illegally obtained money, typically by means of transfers involving foreign banks or legitimate businesses

Example:
He was arrested for money laundering.
The government is cracking down on international money laundering schemes.