noun
gangbanger
GANG-ba-nguh
noun
1
A member of a street gang, especially one involved in gang violence.
"The film follows a former gangbanger trying to leave that life behind."
How to Use Gangbanger
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for someone actively involved in gang life.
When to use it
Informal and can carry a harsh or derogatory tone.
Word Forms
gangbangers plural
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Etymology
From gang + bang, with the agent suffix -er.