Caporegime
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɑːpəʊɹəˈdʒiːmeɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Caporegime is a noun meaning A high-ranking member of a crime family in the Mafia who heads a "crew" of soldiers and has significant social status and influence in the organization.
Meaning
A high-ranking member of a crime family in the Mafia who heads a "crew" of soldiers and has significant social status and influence in the organization.
Example Sentences
And so usually a trusted caporegime would be sent out to rent a secret apartment and fill it with mattresses. That apartment would be used as a sally port into the city when an offensive was mounted.
Word Forms
- caporegimes
Synonyms for caporegime
Depending on context, synonyms include capo.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include capo, regime, mandamento, caporal, underboss, gangstership.
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