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gang

/ɡæŋ/
Meanings
  • noun

    A group of people who share a set of beliefs, values, or activities and work towards a common goal, often identified with a distinctive name or identity.

    - "The local gang has been causing trouble in the neighborhood."
    - "He grew up in a gang that valued loyalty above all else."
  • noun

    A group of criminals or thugs who engage in illegal activities and often have a territorial presence.

    - "The police raided the notorious gang's hideout."
    - "He was recruited into a gang as a young teenager."
Pronunciation
  1. /ɡæŋ/



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  2. /ɡæŋ/



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Synonyms

veinstone
Rhymes
Words rhyming with gang
range , change , strange
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. gangway (en) : A ramp or passageway providing access to a ship or aircraft.

  2. gauche (en) : Lacking social grace or tact.

Variants
List of all variants of gang that leads to same result
gang , gangs , ganged , ganging , gang bang , gang bangs , gang hook , gang hooks , gang rape , gang rapes , gang-rape , gang-raped , gang-rapes , gang-raping , gang-tackle , gang-tackled , gang-tackles , gang-tackling , gang up , ganged up , ganging up , gangs up , anti-gang , chain gang , chain gangs
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the Middle English word 'gange,' meaning 'company,' 'group,' or 'band.'

Trivia
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  1. The term 'gang' was first used in the English language in the 15th century.

  2. Some of the most notorious gangs in history include the Italian Mafia, the Japanese Yakuza, and the Mexican Cartels.

Related Concepts
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  1. gang culture: The unique set of beliefs, values, and practices associated with gangs and gang life.

  2. gang violence: Physical harm or injury inflicted upon members of rival gangs or innocent bystanders.

Culture
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Gangs have been a part of human society for centuries, appearing in various forms and contexts. They have been depicted in literature, art, music, and film, often as symbols of rebellion, loyalty, and power.

How to Memorize "gang"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of people wearing matching colors or tattoos, huddled together in a secret location.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'gang' with the concept of a group or team.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym GANG: 'Group of Associates Necessitating Gathering'.

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