How to Pronounce "racketeer"
word
ˌɹækɪˈtɪɹ
rak-uh-TEER
ɹˌækɪtˈiə
rak-uh-TEE-uh
Definition
A racketeer is someone who makes money through illegal activities or organized crime, often by threats or scams.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹækɪˈtɪɹ
British English
ɹˌækɪtˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rak-uh-TEER
UK
rak-uh-TEE-uh
Listen in Context
The police arrested the racketeer last night.
A racketeer often uses threats to get money from people.
The judge sentenced the racketeer to 10 years in prison.
Rumor has it the new business owner is a racketeer.