Another word for gangster

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gunman
A man armed with a gun, especially an armed criminal or a professional killer.
A man skilled in the use of a gun.

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1. A man armed with a gun, especially an armed criminal or a professional killer.
2. A man skilled in the use of a gun.
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hoodlum
A gangster; a thug.
A tough, often aggressive or violent youth.

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1. A gangster; a thug.
2. A tough, often aggressive or violent youth.
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mobster
A member of a criminal gang or crime syndicate.

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1. A member of a criminal gang or crime syndicate.
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racketeer
A person who engages in an illegal business or other organized illegal activities.
To engage in an illegal business or other organized illegal activities.

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1. A person who engages in an illegal business or other organized illegal activities.
2. To engage in an illegal business or other organized illegal activities.
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