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gangsterism
/ ˈɡæŋstərɪzəm /
noun
- the culture of belonging to organized gangs of criminals, esp involving violence
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Word History and Origins
Origin of gangsterism1
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Example Sentences
Through some kink in our national psyche, gangsterism is seen by many as synonymous with American values.
From Time
He was tough and came to attention when gangsterism, [John Dillinger, Pretty Boy Flood], and organized crime was at its height.
From The Daily Beast
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