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gangland

[gang-land, -luhnd]

noun

  1. the world of organized crime; criminal underworld.



gangland

/ ˈɡæŋˌlænd, -lənd /

noun

  1. the criminal underworld

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of gangland1

An Americanism dating back to 1910–15; gang 1 + land
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There is speculation that the shootings are linked to the ongoing gangland feud in central Scotland which has resulted in dozens of incidents, including alleged attempted murders, and more than 40 arrests.

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Graphic footage showing gangland shooting victim Ross Monaghan's final moments have been broadcast on Spanish TV.

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Police Scotland said it was unable to comment on a possible link to a recent gangland feud in Scotland and has directed inquiries to the Spanish authorities.

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A man has been attacked by a masked gang outside a house in Edinburgh, in the latest hit in an escalating gangland feud.

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BBC Scotland News understands the force are exploring gangland links to the East Kilbride assault as a line of inquiry, while also determining the weapons used.

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