Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mafiosi
noun
/ˌmɑː.fəˈoʊ.si/
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Definition
Members of the Mafia, particularly those engaged in organized crime.
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Examples
- The police are trying to infiltrate the network of mafiosi operating in the city.
- Many mafiosi lead lives of luxury, funded by their criminal enterprises.
- His film depicts the lives and struggles of the mafiosi.
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Meaning
The term ‘mafiosi’ refers to individuals who are part of the Mafia, a powerful group involved in various illegal activities, including extortion, drug trafficking, and money laundering.
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Synonyms
- gangster
- mobster
- criminal
- underworld figure