Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gang-banger

noun

/ɡæŋˈbæŋər/

Definition

A member of a gang, especially one involved in violent or illegal activities.

Examples

The police arrested several gang-bangers during the operation.
He was known as a gang-banger who was heavily involved in drug trafficking.
The documentary explores the lives of former gang-bangers looking for a way out.

Meaning

The term is often used to describe someone who participates in gang culture, which may include criminal activities, loyalty to a gang, and a lifestyle associated with street gangs.