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bankster

Pronunciation: /ˈbaŋkstə/

Definition of bankster

noun

derogatory, chiefly US
  • a member of the banking industry seen as profiteering or dishonest:nothing ever seems to happen to any of the banksters who caused all the problems in the first place

Origin:

late 19th century (as non-derogatory nickname): blend of banker1 and gangster

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Definition of bankster in the US English dictionary
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