Gonifs

/ɡoʊˈnifs/ noun

Definition

Plural form of gonif; multiple thieves or dishonest people.

Etymology

Simple English pluralization of gonif, the Yiddish-derived term for thief. The -s suffix follows standard English plural conventions.

Kelly Says

The plural 'gonifs' appears frequently in classic American literature and crime writing, showing how thoroughly this Yiddish word became woven into English vernacular.

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