Capone

[kuh-pohn]

noun

1. Al(phonse) Scarface, 1899–1947, U.S. gangster and Prohibition-era bootlegger, probably born in Italy.

Capone

/ kəˈpəʊn /

noun

1. Alphonse, called Al. 1899–1947, US gangster in Chicago during Prohibition

Example Sentences

“This is a pivotal moment for science, for mental health, and for every veteran who has waited too long for better treatment options,” said Amber Capone, co-founder and chief executive of VETS, in a statement.

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The Metropolitan Police says it is using an "Al Capone" approach to root out misconduct by its own officers.

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Alcatraz was home to dangerous criminals, including Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly.

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In high school, his best friend was Al Capone Jr., the Chicago mobster’s son.

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Among its notable inmates were Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly.

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