noun
gangbanger
GANG-ba-nguh
Gangbanger (noun) means a member of a street gang, especially one involved in gang violence. Example: “The film follows a former gangbanger trying to leave that life behind.”
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A member of a street gang, especially one involved in gang violence.
"After a turbulent youth — the bookish, asthmatic child became a teenage gangbanger, juvenile offender and drug addict — Coolio worked as a volunteer firefighter."
— Eduardo Medina, Coolio, ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ Rapper, Dies at 59 (2022)
"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.
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Word forms
- Plural
- gangbangers
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Etymology
From gang + bang, with the agent suffix -er.
Rhymes for gangbanger
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What does “gangbanger” mean?
The word “gangbanger” means a member of a street gang, especially one involved in gang violence. In plain terms, slang for someone actively involved in gang life.
How do you pronounce “gangbanger”?
“Gangbanger” is pronounced GANG-ba-nguh (/ˈɡæŋˌbæŋəː/ in IPA).
How do you use “gangbanger” in a sentence?
Here is “gangbanger” used in a sentence: “The film follows a former gangbanger trying to leave that life behind.”
What part of speech is “gangbanger”?
“Gangbanger” is a noun.
