Laundering
Encyclopedia
Laundering can refer to:
- Money launderingMoney launderingMoney laundering is the process of disguising illegal sources of money so that it looks like it came from legal sources. The methods by which money may be laundered are varied and can range in sophistication. Many regulatory and governmental authorities quote estimates each year for the amount...
, disguising the origin of illegally gained wealth - Policy launderingPolicy LaunderingThe term policy laundering is used to describe means to disguise the origin of political decisions, laws or international treaties. The term is based on the similar money laundering.- Hiding responsibility for a policy or decision :...
, disguising the origin of legislation - Clothes launderingLaundryLaundry is a noun that refers to the act of washing clothing and linens, the place where that washing is done, and/or that which needs to be, is being, or has been laundered...
, washing clothes