"gangbusting" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From gang + busting. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|gang|busting}} gang + busting Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} gangbusting (uncountable)
  1. The disruption by law enforcement of organized crime. Tags: uncountable Related terms: gangbuster
    Sense id: en-gangbusting-en-noun-6nj0RCOH Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Law enforcement
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