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Crooks

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Crooks (noun) means plural of crook: dishonest people, especially criminals. Example: “The bank hired extra security after a string of local crooks targeted the area.”

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Plural of crook: dishonest people, especially criminals.
"The bank hired extra security after a string of local crooks targeted the area."

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In plain EnglishMore than one dishonest person or criminal — the plural of "crook."

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What does “Crooks” mean?
The word “Crooks” means plural of crook: dishonest people, especially criminals. In plain terms, more than one dishonest person or criminal — the plural of "crook.".
How do you use “Crooks” in a sentence?
Here is “Crooks” used in a sentence: “The bank hired extra security after a string of local crooks targeted the area.”
What part of speech is “Crooks”?
“Crooks” is a noun.
Is “Crooks” a common word?
“Crooks” is an uncommon word in modern English.