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racketeering

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rack·et·eer  (rk-tîr)
n.
A person who commits crimes such as extortion, loansharking, bribery, and obstruction of justice in furtherance of illegal business activities.
intr.v. rack·et·eered, rack·et·eer·ing, rack·et·eers
To carry on illegal business activities that involve crimes.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.racketeering - engaging in a racket
felony - a serious crime (such as murder or arson)

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