mobster

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Definition

Noun: A member of a criminal gang, especially one involved in organized crime. A mobster is a person who participates in illegal activities as part of a structured group.

Usage

The word "mobster" specifically refers to an individual who is part of a criminal organization, often one with a hierarchical structure. It is commonly associated with groups like the Mafia or other syndicates involved in activities such as racketeering, extortion, and illegal trade.

Examples
  • The notorious mobster was finally arrested after years of evading the police.
  • In the movie, the young man was drawn into the life of a mobster.
  • The trial revealed a network of mobsters controlling the city's ports.
Advanced Usage
  • "Mobster mentality": This phrase refers to the set of attitudes, loyalties, and behavioral codes characteristic of organized crime members.
    • The corporation was run with a ruthless, mobster mentality that prioritized profit over all else.
Variants and Related Words
  • Mob (noun): Can refer to a large, disorderly crowd of people. In the context of organized crime, it is a shortened, informal term for the Mafia or a similar criminal organization.
    • He was a high-ranking member of the mob.
  • Gangster (noun): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "mobster," though "gangster" can sometimes imply a member of a less formally structured street gang.
Synonyms
  • Gangster: A member of a gang of criminals.
  • Racketeer: A person who engages in dishonest and fraudulent business dealings, often as part of an organized group.
  • Mafioso: A member of the Mafia.
Related Phrases
  • Mob boss / Crime boss: The leader of a criminal organization.
    • The mob boss issued orders from his secluded mansion.
  • Mob family: A term for a crime syndicate, often implying familial or close-knit ties.
    • He was born into a powerful mob family.
Noun
  1. a criminal who is a member of gang

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