blackhander

/ˈblækˌhændər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a laborer or worker, who engages in or is associated with organized crime or racketeering, often in the construction or labor industry.

“The police investigation uncovered a blackhander who was exploiting migrant workers on the construction site.”

Synonyms

  • organized crime figure
  • racketeer

Antonyms

  • law-abiding citizen