racketeer
/ˌɹækɪˈtɪə(ɹ)/noun
High School
1
One who commits crimes (especially fraud, bribery, loansharking, extortion etc.) to aid in running a shady or illegal business.
2
One who instigates or has involvement with a racket.
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