one who commits crimes (especially fraud, bribery, loansharking, extortion etc.) to aid in running a shady or illegal business.
one who instigates or has involvement with a racket.
to commit crimes systematically as part of a criminal organization.
to carry out illegal business activities or criminal schemes.
One who, usually as a result of social disadvantage, has turned to committing crimes (e.g. selling drugs, robbery, assault, etc.) to make a living; a gangsta.
One of a band of assassins formerly active in northern India who worshipped Kali and offered their victims to her.
An over-vigorous plant that spreads and dominates the flowerbed.
Someone with an intimidating and unseemly appearance and mannerisms, who treats others violently and roughly, often for hire.
A punk; a hoodlum; a hooligan.
A wooden bat used in the game of miniten, fitting around the player's hand.
To commit acts of thuggery, to live the life of a thug, or to dress and act in a manner reminiscent of someone who does.