Meaning & use
thug
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A violent or brutish criminal, especially one who commits acts of violence for hire or as part of a gang.
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The thugs stormed into the shop and grabbed everything of value.
Local police cracked down on thugs terrorizing the neighborhood.
A note on using this word
Often used loosely as a general insult for anyone perceived as aggressive or lawless, though its core meaning refers to violent criminal behavior.
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