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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

thug

/θʌɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does thug mean?

noun

A thug is a person who uses violence or intimidation to get what they want. A thug is often associated with organized crime or street gangs.

Example

"The police arrested the thug who had been robbing stores in the neighborhood."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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