mobster

noun
UK: /ˈmɒbstər/
US: /ˈmɑːbstər/

  1. A member of an organized crime group.

    1. A mobster was seen leaving the building.
    2. The ruthless mobster controlled the city's gambling operations for years.

  2. Someone involved in illegal activities, especially a member of a gang.

    1. He became a mobster to earn quick money.
    2. The investigation revealed that several businessmen were colluding with the mobster.

Synonyms

gangster criminal hoodlum racketeer

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mobster" in English means: A member of an organized crime group., Someone involved in illegal activities, especially a member of a gang..

The phonetic transcription of "mobster" is /ˈmɒbstər/ in British English and /ˈmɑːbstər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mobster": gangster, criminal, hoodlum, racketeer.

Example usage of "mobster": "A mobster was seen leaving the building.". More examples on the page.