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thug
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Definition of thug:

thug (noun):
a violent or brutish criminal or bully
a tough and violent man, esp. a criminal
an aggressive and violent young criminal.

Synonyms for thug:

scoundrelassassincriminaltoughrobbercrookvillainkillerbullypirate
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