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Mafia (Noun)

A crime syndicate in the United States; organized in families; believed to have important relations to the Sicilian Mafia.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The American Mafia has a long and violent history in the United States, with roots dating back to the early 20th century.
The mafia has traditionally been organized into separate families, with each family controlling a different geographic territory.
The infamous Five Families of New York City have been the subject of much speculation and investigation over the years, with many believing them to be among the most powerful mafia families in the country.
The mafia has a reputation for ruthlessness and violence, but many believe that their actions are also motivated by a sense of loyalty and honor within their own ranks.
The FBI has long been tasked with taking down the American mafia, but the organization has proven to be remarkably resilient and able to adapt to changing circumstances.

A secret terrorist group in Sicily; originally opposed tyranny but evolved into a criminal organization in the middle of the 19th century.