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Part of speech: noun

Sense 1: Historically, a member of a secret Indian cult of criminals who would rob and murder travelers.

Example sentence: The British government took extreme measures to suppress the thuggee cult during colonial India.

Part of speech: noun

Sense 2: A criminal or violent person.

Example sentence: The neighborhood had become infested with thugs who terrorized the residents.

Part of speech: adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or characteristic of criminal behavior or violence.

Example sentence: The authorities worked hard to combat the city's thuggee culture.

Part of speech: adjective

Sense 2: Showing no regard for others; ruthless.

Example sentence: The CEO's thuggee management style contributed to the toxic work environment.

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