Enforcer and Ruffian

Enforcer

Enforcer noun - One whose job it is to execute unpleasant tasks for a superior.
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Ruffian and enforcer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ruffian" instead a noun "Enforcer".

Ruffian

Ruffian noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Synonyms for Ruffian

Enforcer and ruffian are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Enforcer" instead a noun "Ruffian".

Nearby Words: ruff, ruffianly, ruffianism
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