racketeer

Meanings

• noun

  A person who extorts money from others by using threats or violence.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with racketeer
hacketeer , mateer , plateaued , rateper , speareater

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Variants

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racketeer , racketeers , racketeered , racketeering

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Etymology

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Originally, a person who collected protection money for the mafia or other organized crime groups. Derived from the Italian word 'racketta,' meaning a noisy disturbance or commotion.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'racketeer' was first used in the United States in the early 20th century.

2. The most famous racketeer in American history is likely Al Capone.

3. The word 'racket' in 'racketeer' originally referred to a noisy disturbance or commotion.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mafia: An organized crime syndicate originating in Southern Italy and Sicily in the late 19th century. Racketeers are often associated with the mafia due to their involvement in organized crime and protection rackets.

2. Protection Racket: A form of extortion where a person or organization demands money from another person or business in exchange for protection against harm or threats.

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Culture

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In popular culture, the term 'racketeer' is often used to refer to anyone involved in organized crime or extortion. It has been depicted in various forms of media, including literature, film, and television.

How to Memorize "racketeer"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person wearing a pinstripe suit, holding a baseball bat and demanding money from a business owner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the mafia or organized crime.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Racketeer' rhymes with 'mateer,' so think of a 'mate' who 'teers' money from others.

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