暴力団 — meaning in English

English meaning

• gang noun A group of people, often criminals, who band together and share an identity or purpose.

Senses

暴力団 is used for these senses in English:

• gang A number going in company; a number of friends or persons associated for a particular purpose.
• gang A group of criminals or alleged criminals who band together for mutual protection and profit.

gang — full definition

1. noun A group of people, often criminals, who band together and share an identity or purpose.
2. noun Informally, any close group of friends or associates.
3. noun A team of workers operating together under one supervisor.
4. verb To act together as a group, especially to attack or confront someone (usually "gang up on").

Related Japanese words