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Definition Mafia in British English

Mafia noun

noun
/ˈmæfiə/
1

a secret criminal organization involved in illegal activities in Italy and the US: can be followed by a singular or plural verb

Synonyms and related words
the Cosa Nostra gangland gangster
2

a powerful group of people who secretly help and protect each other: can be followed by a singular or plural verb

Synonyms and related words
association commission organization
Definition Mafia in British English