Malaysian and Singaporean slang for a thug or gangster — someone who uses intimidation, violence, or street power to get what they want. 'Samseng' is a staple of Malay and Singaporean English and carries a specific cultural weight in the context of Southeast Asian gang culture and street life. It's used in everyday conversation to describe anyone from a low-level bully to an organized crime member.
The whole neighborhood knew the samseng who ran the corner — nobody wanted trouble with him.
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(Malaysia, Singapore) A thug; a gangster.
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