bratva en · NOUN
Etymology
Borrowed from Russian братва́ (bratvá, “brothers; brotherhood”). Doublet of brother.
Meanings
- (countable) A Russian organized crime syndicate/family.
- (as "the bratva") Russian organized crime collectively.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bratvas | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Coordinates
mafia · mob · cartel · tong · triad · yakuza