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1racketeer
noun rack·e·teer \ˌra-kə-ˈtir\
: a person who makes money through illegal activities
Full Definition of RACKETEER
: one who obtains money by an illegal enterprise usually involving intimidation
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First Known Use of RACKETEER
1924
Related to RACKETEER
- Synonyms
- blackmailer, extortioner, extortionist
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2racketeer
verb
Definition of RACKETEER
intransitive verb
: to carry on a racket
transitive verb
: to extort money from
First Known Use of RACKETEER
1928
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RACKETEERING Defined for Kids
racketeer
noun rack·e·teer \ˌra-kə-ˈtir\
Definition of RACKETEER for Kids
: a person who gets money or advantages by using force or threats
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