Racketeer
/ˌrækɪˈtɪər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who engages in dishonest and fraudulent business dealings, especially as part of organized crime.
The racketeer was arrested for running an illegal gambling operation.
Forms
- racketeering
- racketeere
- racketeers
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Commentary
Commonly associated with organized crime statutes; distinguish between the act (racketeering) and the agent (racketeer).
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