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.
A member of a Japanese organized crime gang. (plural: yakuzas)
A Japanese organized crime gang. (plural: yakuza)