Meaning of the word racketeer in English
What does racketeer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
racketeer
US /ˌræk.əˈtɪr/
UK /ˌræk.əˈtɪər/
Noun
a person who engages in illegal and dishonest business activities, often involving violence or threats
Example:
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The police arrested the notorious racketeer for extortion.
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He was known as a ruthless racketeer in the criminal underworld.
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