What does GANGS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

• A group of people, especially young people, who regularly associate together for social reasons.
• A group of criminals who band together for mutual protection and profit.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡæŋz/
• UK: /ɡaŋz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "gangs" originated from the Old English word "gang" which means "a going, journey, or way". The word eventually evolved to refer to a group of people who associate together. In modern usage, the word "gangs" typically refers to either a group of friends or a group of criminals who band together for mutual protection and profit.

Synonyms:

• Crew
• Posse
• Clan
• Mob
• Syndicate

Related Words:

• Clans
• Crews
• Tribe
• Mafia
• Teams

Example Sentences:

• The group of teenagers formed a gang and hung out together every weekend.
• The police were able to arrest several members of the gang responsible for the recent string of robberies.