Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cosca
Noun
ˈkɒs.kə
Definition
A term used primarily in some regions to refer to a group or band, often associated with criminal activities or organizations.
Examples
- The police have been investigating the activities of a local cosca.
- Many members of the cosca were arrested during the raid.
- Despite its criminal ties, the cosca operates with a code of loyalty among its members.
Meaning
In contexts where it is used, ‘cosca’ denotes a close-knit group, particularly in relation to gangs or organized crime.
Synonyms
- gang
- mob
- cartel
- organization
- clique