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gang leader

Noun

Definitions

1. leader of a group of juvenile delinquents

This word refers to the leader or boss of a group of delinquents, particularly in a school setting. It is a common character type in manga and anime, often depicted as a tough but ultimately good-hearted troublemaker.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Down at the end of the hallway, the gang leader was giving one of the younger kids a lecture.

Sentence 2

Why did that gang leader suddenly become so polite?

Sentence 3

"Smile when the gang leader shows up," the senior said, dripping with sarcasm.

Sentence 4

Even if he's the gang leader, he still has to follow the rules.

Sentence 5

She laughed and said, "My brother used to be the head delinquent back in the day."