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Word: racketeer (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • one who commits crimes (especially loansharking, extortion etc.) to aid in running a shady or illegal business.
  • one who instigates or has involvement with a racket.

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Verb:

  • to carry out illegal business activities or criminal schemes.
  • to commit crimes systematically as part of a criminal organization.

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