Gang
/ɡæŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) An organized group of individuals engaged in criminal activity or associated for illegal purposes.
The police arrested several members of the gang suspected of drug trafficking.
- (n.) A group of workers or laborers who operate collectively, often informally, in a specific trade or task.
The construction gang finished the road ahead of schedule.
Forms
- gangs
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'gang' primarily denotes groups involved in criminal conduct, but it can also refer to noncriminal worker groups. Clarifying context is essential in legal drafting.
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