gang

gang · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An organized group of criminals or delinquents.

  2. 2.

    (gang up) To join together against someone.

  3. 3.

    (informal) A group of friends or associates.

  4. 4.

    A group of workers or laborers.

Forms

plural: gangs

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    gang up on — to unite against someone
  • •
    the whole gang — everyone in a group
  • •
    gang warfare — violent conflict between criminal groups

Related words

See also: gangs, gangster, group
Synonyms: band, crew, group

Etymology

From Old Norse gangr (a going, journey, course), related to Old English gang (a going).