Mobster
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɒb.stə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mobster is a noun meaning A member of a mob or Mafia.
Meaning
A member of a mob or Mafia.
Example Sentences
The proprietor was a "Zip" — a Sicilian-born mobster — who was running a gambling operation that cut into Godfather Gotti's turf.
Most of the carpet joints were run by the mobsters and local henchmen associated with the Mayfield Road Gang, but Peter Schmidt's Playtorium and Glenn Rendezvous were also included.
Word Forms
- mobsters
Synonyms for mobster
Depending on context, synonyms include gangster, Mafioso, wiseguy, wise guy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gangster, mafioso, mafia, hoodlum, felon, mob.
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