Capone

/kəˈpoʊn/
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Other forms: Capones

Definitions of Capone
  1. noun
    United States gangster who terrorized Chicago during prohibition until arrested for tax evasion (1899-1947)
    synonyms: Al Capone, Alphonse Capone, Scarface
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    gangster, mobster
    a criminal who is a member of gang
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