VIGORISH

• (noun) a percentage (of winnings or loot or profit) taken by an operator or gangster

  synonyms : rake-off

• (noun) an exorbitant or unlawful rate of interest

  synonyms : usury

  The gangster gave usury to businessmen. -added by priyavanjeri

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