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Ganged Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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ganged

ganged

🇬🇧 /ɡˈæŋd/

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

general action

The term 'ganged' is the past tense of the verb 'gang,' which means to group together or form a gang. It often implies a sense of collaboration among individuals for a particular purpose, whether positive or negative. In some contexts, it can refer to the act of associating with a group that may engage in activities perceived as unlawful or undesirable. The use of 'ganged' can also extend to organizing tasks or activities, particularly when individuals come together to achieve a common goal.

Synonyms

collaborated, grouped, teamed.

Examples of usage

  • They ganged up to help the community.
  • The kids ganged together for the school project.
  • Several players ganged to win the championship.

Translations

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Quick facts about “ganged”

Ganged is a 1-syllable verb. It is pronounced /ɡˈæŋd/. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 3 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #34,188 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'ganged'

The verb 'gang' comes from the Middle English 'gange', which itself is derived from the Old Norse 'gangr' meaning 'a going, a walk, or a journey'. Originally, it referred to a group of persons or things going together, and over time it evolved to indicate a group of people banding together for a common purpose. By the early 19th century, the term gained a more negative connotation, often linked to groups involved in crime or delinquency. The use of 'ganged' as the past participle highlights the action of forming such a group. This transformation in meaning reflects social attitudes towards collective behavior, where the implications can range from benevolent cooperation to a detrimental collaboration, depending on context.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,188 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.