gangsterism
/gang-stuh-riz-uhm/US // ˈgæŋ stəˌrɪz əm //UK // (ˈɡæŋstərɪzəm) //
黑帮主义,帮派主义,黑社会主义,黑社会性质
Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : the methods or behavior of gangsters.
- : the use of tactics associated with gangsters, as intimidation or violence, in order to achieve something.
Examples
Through some kink in our national psyche, gangsterism is seen by many as synonymous with American values.
He was tough and came to attention when gangsterism, [John Dillinger, Pretty Boy Flood], and organized crime was at its height.
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