GANG TERMINOLOGY
Gangs have developed their own spoken language or terminology. Depending on which gang you are dealing with the language will vary. Members find many ways to say the same thing. The vocabulary can be extensive and confusing.
We must understand that this terminology, like all terminology, is a dynamic and evolving part of the language. It is constantly changing. Slang also varies from area to area. For these reasons, there may be changing words or phrases that do not agree with what you know them to be.
This special dictionary allows you, the readers to search terms for their definitions and get a better understanding of where and how those terms are used.
We must understand that this terminology, like all terminology, is a dynamic and evolving part of the language. It is constantly changing. Slang also varies from area to area. For these reasons, there may be changing words or phrases that do not agree with what you know them to be.
This special dictionary allows you, the readers to search terms for their definitions and get a better understanding of where and how those terms are used.
GRAFFITI TAGGING CREWS TERMINOLOGY
Like Street, Prison and Extremist Gangs; Tagging Crews have their own language
with varying terminology, slang and symbolisms. Click below for the Graffiti Terminology Section.
with varying terminology, slang and symbolisms. Click below for the Graffiti Terminology Section.
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A
A.F.F.A.
Angels Forever, Forever Angels
Angels Forever, Forever Angels
A.F.F.A.
Aryans Forever, Forever Aryan
Aryans Forever, Forever Aryan
AB
Aryan Brotherhood
Aryan Brotherhood
ABK
Any Body Killa
Any Body Killa
ADIDAS
All Day I Destroy A Slob
All Day I Destroy A Slob
AFNF
All Family No Friends
All Family No Friends
Amor de Rey
Love of/to the King
Love of/to the King
'Amor y Respeto'
'Amor y Respeto' is Spanish for 'love & respect'. It is a phrase often used by Hispanic groups such as the Sureños.
'Amor y Respeto' is Spanish for 'love & respect'. It is a phrase often used by Hispanic groups such as the Sureños.
Aryan Brotherhood
White Supremacy, a White California Prison Gang
White Supremacy, a White California Prison Gang
B
Baby Gangster
A young member about 9 to 12 years old
A young member about 9 to 12 years old
B.G.D.
Black Gangster Disciples, Chicago Folk
Black Gangster Disciples, Chicago Folk
Baller
Gang member making money, high roller
Gang member making money, high roller
Bangin’
Short for gang banging
Short for gang banging
Barrio
Neighborhood
Neighborhood
Beat In
A gang initiation. This shows heart.
A gang initiation. This shows heart.
BG
Baby Gangster
Baby Gangster
BGF
Black Guerilla Familia
Black Guerilla Familia
Bible
The gangs book of knowledge
The gangs book of knowledge
BK
Blood Killers
Blood Killers
Black Guerilla Family
A Black California prison gang
A Black California prison gang
Bleeding
To recruit or make more gang members for the Bloods or United Blood Nation sects
To recruit or make more gang members for the Bloods or United Blood Nation sects
Blob
Disrespectful name for Blood gang member
Disrespectful name for Blood gang member
B.O.S.
BOS stands for Brothers of the Struggle, a prison-based branch of the Gangster Disciples.
BOS stands for Brothers of the Struggle, a prison-based branch of the Gangster Disciples.
Brand
A member of Aryan Brotherhood
A member of Aryan Brotherhood
Brick
A carton of cigarettes
A carton of cigarettes
B.T.A.
Bout That Action
Bout That Action
B.T.K.
Born To Kil
Born To Kil
C
C.I.P.
Crip In Peace
Crip In Peace
C/
A Nuestra Familia Gang member
A Nuestra Familia Gang member
CCN
Crazy Crip Nation
Crazy Crip Nation
Catch a Play
Drug Deal
Drug Deal
Christina Aguilera
Powder Cocaine (soft white girl)
Powder Cocaine (soft white girl)
CK
Crip Killer
Crip Killer
Code Red
Enemy Alert...Blood Up Its Time To Go To War.
Enemy Alert...Blood Up Its Time To Go To War.
Crab
Disrespectful name for Crip gang member
Disrespectful name for Crip gang member
Cracker
A derogatory name for a white person
A derogatory name for a white person
Crippin’
To be doing Crip gang activity
To be doing Crip gang activity
Cuz
Friendly name used between Crip gang member
Friendly name used between Crip gang member
D
Deuce
‘Deuce’ is often used as a term for K2 or other synthetic cannabanoid. (Heard often in Kansas correctional facilities.)
‘Deuce’ is often used as a term for K2 or other synthetic cannabanoid. (Heard often in Kansas correctional facilities.)
DFA
Down For Action
Down For Action
Disciples
The gangs that make up the Folk Nation
The gangs that make up the Folk Nation
Dog Food
Slang for Heroin
Slang for Heroin
Doo Rag
Bandana or handkerchief wrapped around the head
Bandana or handkerchief wrapped around the head
Drop
Higher Grade Cocaine
Higher Grade Cocaine
E
EBK
Every Body Killa
Every Body Killa
EBO
Everybody Opps
Everybody Opps
Eight Ball
1/8 ounce of cocaine
1/8 ounce of cocaine
Eight Ball
Among motorcycle gang members, "eightball" is a patch worn on colors that was earned by committing homosexual sodomy with witnesses present.
Among motorcycle gang members, "eightball" is a patch worn on colors that was earned by committing homosexual sodomy with witnesses present.
EME
Mexican Mafia
Mexican Mafia
ENE
Nuestra Familia
Nuestra Familia
F
Familia
Nuestra Familia
Nuestra Familia
FFF
Satan
Satan
FFFF
Friends Forever Forever Friends
Friends Forever Forever Friends
Five Point Star
A symbol of the People Nation
A symbol of the People Nation
Fish
A new Correctional Officer or Inmate
A new Correctional Officer or Inmate
Five High Six Die
Term used by Vice Lords to show disrespect to Disciples
Term used by Vice Lords to show disrespect to Disciples
Fish
A new inmate in the facility has not been classified
A new inmate in the facility has not been classified
Fish Row
Intake Unit in the facility
Intake Unit in the facility
Flaggin’
Showing you the gang’s flag colors handsigns, etc.
Showing you the gang’s flag colors handsigns, etc.
Flying the Colors
Displaying or showing your gang colors
Displaying or showing your gang colors
Foot Soldier
Gang hierarchy describing the lowest official rank in the gang organization
Gang hierarchy describing the lowest official rank in the gang organization
Fried
When a cell phone is confiscated during a search
When a cell phone is confiscated during a search
Folk Nation
A large gang which identifies with the 6 point star, the color blue, and pitchforks
A large gang which identifies with the 6 point star, the color blue, and pitchforks
Folks
Same as the Folk Nation
Same as the Folk Nation
FTL
Fuck The Law
Fuck The Law
FTP
Fuck The Police
Fuck The Police
FTW
Fuck The World
Fuck The World
G
“G”
Gangster
Gangster
G-ster
Gangster
Gangster
Gang Banger
A gang member
A gang member
Gang Banging
Involved in gang activity
Involved in gang activity
Gangstered
Term used as a slight to an gang, often used by "People Nation" gang members to mean that something was stolen or robbed from someone
Term used as a slight to an gang, often used by "People Nation" gang members to mean that something was stolen or robbed from someone
Gas
Slang referring to Marijuana
Slang referring to Marijuana
Get Up With You
Expression meaning " when I see you again"
Expression meaning " when I see you again"
GF
Guerro Familia – the Warrior Family
Guerro Familia – the Warrior Family
Girl Scout Cookies
Higher Grade of Weed
Higher Grade of Weed
Glazed Doughnut
Vice Lords term to "put down" Gangster Disciples
Vice Lords term to "put down" Gangster Disciples
Glizzy
A gun, most commonly a handgun
A gun, most commonly a handgun
Grand Dragon
A high ranking official in the Ku Klux Klan
A high ranking official in the Ku Klux Klan
Grand Wizard
A high ranking official in the Ku Klux Klan
A high ranking official in the Ku Klux Klan
H
HA
Hells Angels
Hells Angels
Hand Signs
A hand gesture used to identify your gang
A hand gesture used to identify your gang
HH
Heil Hitler
Heil Hitler
High Priest
A high ranking male Occult leader
A high ranking male Occult leader
Hooks
Term used by "Folk Nation" members to derogatorily refer to "People Nation" members particularly the Vice Lords
Term used by "Folk Nation" members to derogatorily refer to "People Nation" members particularly the Vice Lords
Hybrid Gang
A gang that does not fall within traditional guide lines for street gang
A gang that does not fall within traditional guide lines for street gang
I
ICM
International Crip Mafia
International Crip Mafia
International Crip Mafia
The uniting of all Crip gangs under one organization. This is part of the Crip Constitution.
The uniting of all Crip gangs under one organization. This is part of the Crip Constitution.
J
Jack
Another name for gang member
Another name for gang member
Jeeps Riding
Law Enforcement nearby in an SUV
Law Enforcement nearby in an SUV
Jump In
Where two or more gang members fight or beat up a prospective member.
Where two or more gang members fight or beat up a prospective member.
K
Kiss
A term where the Black Guerrilla Family has issued a death warrant on a person.
A term where the Black Guerrilla Family has issued a death warrant on a person.
Kite
Often refers to a letter or note. This is usually used in Corrections settings, but is sometimes used outside as well.
Often refers to a letter or note. This is usually used in Corrections settings, but is sometimes used outside as well.
KKK
Ku Klux Klan – A white supremacist group
Ku Klux Klan – A white supremacist group
Klan
Ku Klux Klan
Ku Klux Klan
KOS
Kill-on-Sight
Kill-on-Sight
KSWYSS
Kill Slobs When You See Some
Kill Slobs When You See Some
KU
War
War
Ku Klux Klan
A white supremacist organization dedicated to the “Old South” where blacks where held as slaves
A white supremacist organization dedicated to the “Old South” where blacks where held as slaves
L
La EME
The Mexican Mafia
The Mexican Mafia
La VIDA LOCA
The crazy life
The crazy life
Lay Down Your Flag
Not being an active gang member anymore
Not being an active gang member anymore
LCN
The Italian Mafia – La Cosa Nostra
The Italian Mafia – La Cosa Nostra
LK
Latin Kings
Latin Kings
LKN
Latin King Nation
Latin King Nation
LKCN
Latin King Charter Nation
Latin King Charter Nation
LKQN
Latin King Queen Nation
Latin King Queen Nation
Loud
Slang referring to Marijuana
Slang referring to Marijuana
Lucifer
Satan
Satan
M
M
Mexican Mafia
Mexican Mafia
Mafia
A large scale organized crime syndicate that started in Italy
A large scale organized crime syndicate that started in Italy
Mafioso
A Mafia gang member
A Mafia gang member
Magister
A male spiritual leader of a coven
A male spiritual leader of a coven
Magnus
A male witch
A male witch
Mexican Mafia
Parent California prison gang too most southern California Hispanic gangs. Identify with the color blue and the number 13.
Parent California prison gang too most southern California Hispanic gangs. Identify with the color blue and the number 13.
Mi Vida Loca
My Crazy Life
My Crazy Life
MM
Mexican Mafia
Mexican Mafia
MO or M.O. (also uses USC or U.S.C.)
Modern Outlaws - Montana-based hybrid gang. Unstoppable Crew - addition name used by the hybrid gang.
Modern Outlaws - Montana-based hybrid gang. Unstoppable Crew - addition name used by the hybrid gang.
M.O.B.
Money Over Bitches
Money Over Bitches
M.O.B.
Member Of Blood
Member Of Blood
Monetary Gangs
A gang that is based on the acquiring of financial gain.
A gang that is based on the acquiring of financial gain.
N
NBG
Neighborhood Based Gang
Neighborhood Based Gang
Nation
Fellow gang members viewed as a whole.
Fellow gang members viewed as a whole.
Nazis
The German Right Wing Party that Hitler formed
The German Right Wing Party that Hitler formed
Neo Nazi
The new order of Nazis
The new order of Nazis
Nester
The Nuestra Familia gang member
The Nuestra Familia gang member
New G
A newly initiated gang member
A newly initiated gang member
New g
A baby whose parents are gang members
A baby whose parents are gang members
New Jack
The new or modern style of gang members
The new or modern style of gang members
New Order
An organization dedicated to the advancement of whites
An organization dedicated to the advancement of whites
NF
Nuestra Familia
Nuestra Familia
NIKE
Nigga I Kill Everyone
Nigga I Kill Everyone
NIKE
Night I Killed Eric
Night I Killed Eric
NOI
Nation of Islam. Sometimes called the Black Muslims.
Nation of Islam. Sometimes called the Black Muslims.
Nuestra Familia
Parent California Hispanic prison gang to most northern California Hispanic street gangs.
Parent California Hispanic prison gang to most northern California Hispanic street gangs.
O
OFFO
Outlaws Forever, Forever Outlaws
Outlaws Forever, Forever Outlaws
OG
Original Gangster
Original Gangster
One Percenters
Used to represent Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. 1% of Motorcycle riders are gang members
Used to represent Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. 1% of Motorcycle riders are gang members
Opps
Opposition - referring to a rival and/or law enforcement
Opposition - referring to a rival and/or law enforcement
Original Gangster
A gang member who is usually 20 to 25+ years old
A gang member who is usually 20 to 25+ years old
OTF
Only The Family
Only The Family
OTF
On The Five
On The Five
OTK
Out To Kill
Out To Kill
P
Pagan
They practice witchcraft and magic.
They practice witchcraft and magic.
Peckerwood
A white racist person
A white racist person
Pee Wee
A young gang member usually between 9 to 12 years old
A young gang member usually between 9 to 12 years old
Pentagram
A five pointed star, (point up), in a circle. Starting at the top, the points stand for Spirit, Wind, Fire, Earth, and Water. This symbol is used by Occults.
A five pointed star, (point up), in a circle. Starting at the top, the points stand for Spirit, Wind, Fire, Earth, and Water. This symbol is used by Occults.
People
All Vice Lords and their affiliates. This is a large gang in the Mid-West. They identify with leaning or posturing towards the left, the color red, straight rabbit ears, 5 pointed stars and pitchforks in the down position. They are a rival of FOLKS.
All Vice Lords and their affiliates. This is a large gang in the Mid-West. They identify with leaning or posturing towards the left, the color red, straight rabbit ears, 5 pointed stars and pitchforks in the down position. They are a rival of FOLKS.
People Nation
See “People”
See “People”
Piru
The original name of the Bloods. Now all gang members from Compton are Piru, all others are Bloods.
The original name of the Bloods. Now all gang members from Compton are Piru, all others are Bloods.
Pitchforks
This represents the Folk Nations power in their “struggle” to overcome their oppression.
This represents the Folk Nations power in their “struggle” to overcome their oppression.
PK
Piru Killer
Piru Killer
Posse
Posse means Gang. Started in Jamaican Posse Gangs on the East Coast.
Posse means Gang. Started in Jamaican Posse Gangs on the East Coast.
PPDSPEMFOBBT
Pill Popping, Dope Smoking, P**** Eating, “Mother Fucking” Outlaws Brothers Biken Together
Pill Popping, Dope Smoking, P**** Eating, “Mother Fucking” Outlaws Brothers Biken Together
Prince of Darkness
Satan
Satan
PTB
Pure Tango Blast
Pure Tango Blast
Pyramid
People. Represents mystery. The corners represent mental, physical, and spiritual knowledge
People. Represents mystery. The corners represent mental, physical, and spiritual knowledge
Q
Queen
A female gang member
A female gang member
Quoted
A gang initiation. To have been “jumped in.”
A gang initiation. To have been “jumped in.”
R
Rabbit
This symbol is used by both the People and Folks. It represents the Playboy image.
This symbol is used by both the People and Folks. It represents the Playboy image.
Rachete
Firearm/Gun
Firearm/Gun
Rag
A bandana, which displays the colors of the gang.
A bandana, which displays the colors of the gang.
Rank
A person who carries status in the gang.
A person who carries status in the gang.
Red
This symbol is used mostly by the Nuestra Familia. It is the color that Northern California Hispanic gang members identify with.
This symbol is used mostly by the Nuestra Familia. It is the color that Northern California Hispanic gang members identify with.
Red
This is the color that Blood gang members identify with.
This is the color that Blood gang members identify with.
Red
This is the color that skinhead's used to represent that they are a White Supremacist or militant Neo-Nazi.
This is the color that skinhead's used to represent that they are a White Supremacist or militant Neo-Nazi.
Red Solders
Members of the Nuestra Familia.
Members of the Nuestra Familia.
Representing
This is used by the Folks and People. Displaying your flag, wearing your gang colors, or standing in such a way as to identify your gang.
This is used by the Folks and People. Displaying your flag, wearing your gang colors, or standing in such a way as to identify your gang.
Right
This is used by the Folks. The side of the body that Folks Gang members posture themselves.
This is used by the Folks. The side of the body that Folks Gang members posture themselves.
S
SAC or S.A.C.
Soldiers of Aryan Culture - White supremacist prison and street gang
Soldiers of Aryan Culture - White supremacist prison and street gang
Sackett
A member of the Aryan Brotherhood
A member of the Aryan Brotherhood
Santero
A priest in the Santeria Religion.
A priest in the Santeria Religion.
Satanist
A person who worships Satan.
A person who worships Satan.
Set
This is used with both the People and Folks. A specific sub-set of a gang or larger parent organization.
This is used with both the People and Folks. A specific sub-set of a gang or larger parent organization.
Sexed In
This is where a female has sex with one or more gang members in order to be accepted as a member of the gang.
This is where a female has sex with one or more gang members in order to be accepted as a member of the gang.
SH
Skin Heads
Skin Heads
Shamrock
This is a common tattoo for Aryan Brotherhood members. Each leaf may have a six (6) in it to represent 666.
This is a common tattoo for Aryan Brotherhood members. Each leaf may have a six (6) in it to represent 666.
Shoulder Up
To stand against a rival gang for fight. To take on another person in an aggressive manner. To payback for wrongs to be rectified.
To stand against a rival gang for fight. To take on another person in an aggressive manner. To payback for wrongs to be rectified.
Sieg Heil
A greeting or salute. It is also called the Siegheil Salute.
A greeting or salute. It is also called the Siegheil Salute.
Sinn Fein
This is the political arm of the Irish Republican Army. It is responsible for obtaining political and financial support for their cause. It means “For ourselves alone.”
This is the political arm of the Irish Republican Army. It is responsible for obtaining political and financial support for their cause. It means “For ourselves alone.”
Six-Point Stance
This is used by the Folks. A posture displayed to show life (head) Love (right shoulder), Understanding (left hand on top of arms crossed) and Wisdom (heel of feet).
This is used by the Folks. A posture displayed to show life (head) Love (right shoulder), Understanding (left hand on top of arms crossed) and Wisdom (heel of feet).
Six Point Star
The Folk used this symbol. This stands for the six principles of King David.
The Folk used this symbol. This stands for the six principles of King David.
Six Principles of King David
This stands for Life, Loyalty, Knowledge, Wisdom, Understanding, and Love.
This stands for Life, Loyalty, Knowledge, Wisdom, Understanding, and Love.
Slippin'
Gang member who lets his/her guard down
Gang member who lets his/her guard down
Slob
See Sloob
See Sloob
Sloob
Used by the Crips. It is a term of disrespect of Bloods by Crips.
Used by the Crips. It is a term of disrespect of Bloods by Crips.
SOS
Smash On Sight
Smash On Sight
SOS
Shoot On Sight
Shoot On Sight
Soviet Mafia
The Russian equivalent to the Italian Mafia.
The Russian equivalent to the Italian Mafia.
Spider Webs
This is a prison tattoo that is often on the elbows and shoulders of persons who have been in prison. It stands for the dust the spider web collects while sitting idle in prison.
This is a prison tattoo that is often on the elbows and shoulders of persons who have been in prison. It stands for the dust the spider web collects while sitting idle in prison.
Spider Webs
This tattoo is used by the White Supremacy. This tattoo is supposed to indicate that the person has committed a homicide or at least assaulted someone so severely as to cause great bodily injury.
This tattoo is used by the White Supremacy. This tattoo is supposed to indicate that the person has committed a homicide or at least assaulted someone so severely as to cause great bodily injury.
SRIW
Super Race Is White
Super Race Is White
SS
This is used by White Supremacy. Schultz Staple. A World War II German Nazi military unit. Used for the extermination of Jews.
This is used by White Supremacy. Schultz Staple. A World War II German Nazi military unit. Used for the extermination of Jews.
Star
Used by the Folk and People Nations and the gangs within their respective nations. Folk (6-Points) People (5-Points)
Used by the Folk and People Nations and the gangs within their respective nations. Folk (6-Points) People (5-Points)
Strapped
Carrying a gun
Carrying a gun
Street Code
A set of rules accepted by gang members.
A set of rules accepted by gang members.
Street Rank
Your position in the gang. The power you hold.
Your position in the gang. The power you hold.
Sun
This is used by the People Nation. This represents the increasing knowledge of truth in the Black Nation. As the sunrises and shines light the truth increases and sheds light. Used only by the Vice-Lord.
This is used by the People Nation. This represents the increasing knowledge of truth in the Black Nation. As the sunrises and shines light the truth increases and sheds light. Used only by the Vice-Lord.
SUR
Short for Surenos
Short for Surenos
Surenos
Spanish word for south. Represents all southern Hispanic groups. This shows affiliation with the Mexican Mafia.
Spanish word for south. Represents all southern Hispanic groups. This shows affiliation with the Mexican Mafia.
Swastika
The German symbol used during World War II. It consists of a cross with equal length legs, all of which are bent clockwise. Now stands for White Supremacy.
The German symbol used during World War II. It consists of a cross with equal length legs, all of which are bent clockwise. Now stands for White Supremacy.
Switzerland Spot
Having a neutral spot to negotiate issues between STG gangs.
Having a neutral spot to negotiate issues between STG gangs.
Sword
This is used by the Folks. The Nation’s life and death struggle and it’s fight to survive at any cost.
This is used by the Folks. The Nation’s life and death struggle and it’s fight to survive at any cost.
T
Taco Bell
This is used by the Bloods and stands for Take All Crips Out – Bloods Eventually Live Longer.
This is used by the Bloods and stands for Take All Crips Out – Bloods Eventually Live Longer.
Tear Drop
A teardrop tattoo next to the eye indicates that they have served time. Each one represents a separate sentence.
A teardrop tattoo next to the eye indicates that they have served time. Each one represents a separate sentence.
Tear Drop
May also represent the death of a gang member
May also represent the death of a gang member
Ten Toes Down
To be executed.
To be executed.
Texas Style
Texas Syndicate
Texas Syndicate
TOS
Terminate On Site – Permission from the gang’s leader to kill someone whenever they are seen.
Terminate On Site – Permission from the gang’s leader to kill someone whenever they are seen.
TG
Tiny Gangster
Tiny Gangster
The Order
This is used by the Aryan Brotherhood and is another term for AB.
This is used by the Aryan Brotherhood and is another term for AB.
Three Dots
A three-dot tattoo that stands for Mi Vida Loca or My Crazy Life. The tattoo can be in a straight line, a circle or triangle formation.
A three-dot tattoo that stands for Mi Vida Loca or My Crazy Life. The tattoo can be in a straight line, a circle or triangle formation.
Three-Pointed Pitchfork
This tattoo means they are an Enforcer. It may look like a curved line with two smaller curved lines with two smaller curved lines attached to either end. It would then have a straight line in the center with a point.
This tattoo means they are an Enforcer. It may look like a curved line with two smaller curved lines with two smaller curved lines attached to either end. It would then have a straight line in the center with a point.
Thug
A gang member
A gang member
TMHS
Till My Heart Stops
Till My Heart Stops
Tiny Gangster
A gang member usually between the ages of 12 and 14.
A gang member usually between the ages of 12 and 14.
Tongs
Chinese gangs who specialize in extortion. Comes from the word “Tang,” which means party. This is the equivalent to the Italian Mafia.
Chinese gangs who specialize in extortion. Comes from the word “Tang,” which means party. This is the equivalent to the Italian Mafia.
Tool
Slang for Firearm
Slang for Firearm
Torpedo
An inmate who is a wannabe gang member, an inmate who is used by the gang with no affiliation for attacks on other inmates or staff, an inmate who may be made to think they will be allowed in the gang but is used for the gang's humor until not needed.
An inmate who is a wannabe gang member, an inmate who is used by the gang with no affiliation for attacks on other inmates or staff, an inmate who may be made to think they will be allowed in the gang but is used for the gang's humor until not needed.
Tool
Slang for Firearm
Slang for Firearm
Trapping
Moving Around / Doing Something
Moving Around / Doing Something
Triad’s
Chinese organized crime. The Chinese equivalent to the Italian Mafia.
Chinese organized crime. The Chinese equivalent to the Italian Mafia.
True Gangster
A real gang member. This is a person who has the heart to be a member of the gang.
A real gang member. This is a person who has the heart to be a member of the gang.
TS
Texas Syndicate
Texas Syndicate
Turf Gang
A gang that is based on claiming and protecting a geographical area.
A gang that is based on claiming and protecting a geographical area.
Turner Diaries
A book that writes about the fall of the US and its take over by the White race. It describes what will be done to minorities. It is often red in color and is sometimes referred to as the "Red Book."
A book that writes about the fall of the US and its take over by the White race. It describes what will be done to minorities. It is often red in color and is sometimes referred to as the "Red Book."
Two Dots
This tattoo is used by the Cuban gangs and means that they have committed larceny.
This tattoo is used by the Cuban gangs and means that they have committed larceny.
Two Minutes on the Door
Two minutes of a beating for violation of gang rules inside of prison for Latin Kings
Two minutes of a beating for violation of gang rules inside of prison for Latin Kings
U
U.B.L.
United Blood Line
United Blood Line
U.B.N.
United Blood Nation
United Blood Nation
Ultimate Solution, The
Hitler’s plan and belief that the best way to deal with Jews, Blacks, and other minorities through genocide.
Hitler’s plan and belief that the best way to deal with Jews, Blacks, and other minorities through genocide.
Undercover
A gang member who is not wearing any indication of their gang affiliation.
A gang member who is not wearing any indication of their gang affiliation.
Underground
Another term for gang.
Another term for gang.
Underworld
Another term for Organized Crime.
Another term for Organized Crime.
Underworld Brotherhood
Any Asian Gang member.
Any Asian Gang member.
United Blood Line
A prison gang to unite all Bloods.
A prison gang to unite all Bloods.
United Blood Nation
A consolidation of all Blood sets in jail and prison.
A consolidation of all Blood sets in jail and prison.
Universal Crip Cadence
A song sung by Crips in jail or prison.
A song sung by Crips in jail or prison.
Upside Down Pentagram
This is used by the Occult. This represents the goat’s head and is strictly satanic.
This is used by the Occult. This represents the goat’s head and is strictly satanic.
USC or U.S.C. (also uses MO or M.O.)
Unstoppable Crew - Montana-based hybrid gang. Modern Outlaws - addition name used by the hybrid gang.
Unstoppable Crew - Montana-based hybrid gang. Modern Outlaws - addition name used by the hybrid gang.
V
V
Violation – A punishment given to a gang member by his fellow gang members after being convicted of breaking one of the gang’s rules.
Violation – A punishment given to a gang member by his fellow gang members after being convicted of breaking one of the gang’s rules.
Valhalla
This is used by White Supremacist and stands for Viking Heaven.
This is used by White Supremacist and stands for Viking Heaven.
Vanguard
This is a prison gang, which is nearly non-existent.
This is a prison gang, which is nearly non-existent.
Varrio
This is used by the Hispanic’s and means neighborhood. It can also mean ones gang.
This is used by the Hispanic’s and means neighborhood. It can also mean ones gang.
Veterano
This is used by the Hispanic and stands for an old or “retired” gang member usually with 20 or more years.
This is used by the Hispanic and stands for an old or “retired” gang member usually with 20 or more years.
Vice Lords
These are the people who make up the People Nation.
These are the people who make up the People Nation.
Violation
This is used by both the Folk and People and means to violate a law of your gang.
This is used by both the Folk and People and means to violate a law of your gang.
Visa
This is used by the Hispanic and stands for the Vice President of Arms.
This is used by the Hispanic and stands for the Vice President of Arms.
Voodoo
This is used by the Occult and is a religious practice that combines magic and spirits.
This is used by the Occult and is a religious practice that combines magic and spirits.
W
W/S
West Side
West Side
Wanna Be
A person who wants to be a gang member, but has not been accepted.
A person who wants to be a gang member, but has not been accepted.
WAR
White Aryan Resistance
White Aryan Resistance
Warlock
A male witch or practitioner of Satanism. A term used by the Occult.
A male witch or practitioner of Satanism. A term used by the Occult.
Warlord
This is used by the motorcycle gangs and stands for the Sergeant of Arms.
This is used by the motorcycle gangs and stands for the Sergeant of Arms.
Wash Out
A gang member who has had the rest of the local members leave the gang either by death or incarceration making him the sole remaining member.
A gang member who has had the rest of the local members leave the gang either by death or incarceration making him the sole remaining member.
Water
This sign is used by the Occult and is used to symbolize Christ.
This sign is used by the Occult and is used to symbolize Christ.
Wearing your Colors
To be dressed in your gang’s colors or other identifiers.
To be dressed in your gang’s colors or other identifiers.
White Cross
Used by Motorcycle Gangs. It indicates that the person wearing it has stolen an item off of a dead person and they may even be wearing it.
Used by Motorcycle Gangs. It indicates that the person wearing it has stolen an item off of a dead person and they may even be wearing it.
White Devil
White Men
White Men
White Homeland
A place that only “whites” will leave.
A place that only “whites” will leave.
White Knights
The members of the Ku Klux Klan
The members of the Ku Klux Klan
White Magic
Used by the Occult and stands for the use of power or natural forces for good intentions.
Used by the Occult and stands for the use of power or natural forces for good intentions.
White Man’s Bible
A book that explains the Bible in White Supremacy terms.
A book that explains the Bible in White Supremacy terms.
White Power
Shows White Supremacy beliefs.
Shows White Supremacy beliefs.
White Student Union
A Skinhead Organization.
A Skinhead Organization.
Wicca
Another term for Witchcraft.
Another term for Witchcraft.
Wings, Black
Used by Motorcycle gangs and represents that the member has orally copulated a black females genitals.
Used by Motorcycle gangs and represents that the member has orally copulated a black females genitals.
Wings, Black on Red
Used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when the persons performs oral sex on a black female who is menstruating.
Used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when the persons performs oral sex on a black female who is menstruating.
Wings, Blue
Used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a female Law Enforcement Officer’s genital area.
Used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a female Law Enforcement Officer’s genital area.
Wings, Brown
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a female’s anal opening.
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a female’s anal opening.
Wings, Gold
This is used by the Motorcycle Gangs and is the ultimate of all of the wings. The exact requirements are unknown.
This is used by the Motorcycle Gangs and is the ultimate of all of the wings. The exact requirements are unknown.
Wings, Green
This is used by the Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member orally copulated or had sexual intercourse with a female whom has a venereal disease.
This is used by the Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member orally copulated or had sexual intercourse with a female whom has a venereal disease.
Wings, Purple
This is used by the Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when the member has sexual intercourse with a female cadaver.
This is used by the Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when the member has sexual intercourse with a female cadaver.
Wings, Red
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a female who is menstruating.
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a female who is menstruating.
Wings, White
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a white females genital area.
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated a white females genital area.
Wings, Yellow
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated an Asian female’s genital area.
This is used by Motorcycle Gangs and is earned when a member has orally copulated an Asian female’s genital area.
Wiseguy
A member of the Mafia.
A member of the Mafia.
Witch
A female who practices Witchcraft or Satanism.
A female who practices Witchcraft or Satanism.
Witchcraft
This is used by the Occult and is the practice of attempting to use magical powers. A person who is attempting to control or influence the forces of nature.
This is used by the Occult and is the practice of attempting to use magical powers. A person who is attempting to control or influence the forces of nature.
Wizard
An official in the Ku Klux Klan.
An official in the Ku Klux Klan.
WS
White Supremacy.
White Supremacy.
X
Y
Yardbird
A prison inmate.
A prison inmate.
Z
Zionist Occupational Government
This is used by the White Supremacist. It is the belief by Supreme White Power Groups that the American Government is just a Jewish “puppet” and will stop at nothing to keep the white man down.
This is used by the White Supremacist. It is the belief by Supreme White Power Groups that the American Government is just a Jewish “puppet” and will stop at nothing to keep the white man down.
Zodiac
This is used by the Occult. The symbols representing the time of the year you were born. These symbols are supposed to tell you the characteristics that you are supposed to have and help you predict your future.
This is used by the Occult. The symbols representing the time of the year you were born. These symbols are supposed to tell you the characteristics that you are supposed to have and help you predict your future.
Zoot Suiter
This is the term used by the Hispanics to the Original 1930’s and 1940’s Hispanic gang members in Southern California.
This is the term used by the Hispanics to the Original 1930’s and 1940’s Hispanic gang members in Southern California.
Zoso
This is used by the Occult. It is a three headed dog and is considered the protector of the gateway to hell.
This is used by the Occult. It is a three headed dog and is considered the protector of the gateway to hell.
NUMERICAL CODES
12
Slang referring to law enforcement
Slang referring to law enforcement
13
Used by Hispanic gangs for Southern California.
Used by Hispanic gangs for Southern California.
13
Used by Outlaw Bikers for Marijuana use.
Used by Outlaw Bikers for Marijuana use.
13
Southern California, Loco, Letter M
Southern California, Loco, Letter M
14
Used by Hispanic Gangs for Nuestra Familia.
Used by Hispanic Gangs for Nuestra Familia.
14 or 14 Words
Fourteen Words of David Lane
Fourteen Words of David Lane
360
Folk and People use this and it stands for 360 degrees of knowledge.
Folk and People use this and it stands for 360 degrees of knowledge.
74
G/D = Gangster Disciples
G/D = Gangster Disciples
2.15.19
'2.15.19' is a numeric code for 'BOS', which stands for Brothers of the Struggle. It is commonly used by a branch of the Gangster Disciples.
'2.15.19' is a numeric code for 'BOS', which stands for Brothers of the Struggle. It is commonly used by a branch of the Gangster Disciples.
2.7.14
B/D/N = Black Disciple Nation
B/D/N = Black Disciple Nation
2.7.4.14
B/G/D/N = Black Gangster Disciple Nation
B/G/D/N = Black Gangster Disciple Nation
3.18.9.16
A numeric code standing for CRIP and is sometimes used in CRIP writing.
A numeric code standing for CRIP and is sometimes used in CRIP writing.
16.13.12
A numeric code for 'PML', which stands for 'Plenty Much Love'. It is a common Gangster Disciple & Brothers of the Struggle phrase.
A numeric code for 'PML', which stands for 'Plenty Much Love'. It is a common Gangster Disciple & Brothers of the Struggle phrase.
5-0
Police/Sheriff
Police/Sheriff
167
To kill someone (Usually used in Graffiti)
To kill someone (Usually used in Graffiti)
424
Death Before Dishonor
Death Before Dishonor
666
Used by Outlaw Bikers for the “Mark of Satan”
Used by Outlaw Bikers for the “Mark of Satan”
666
It is used to represent the Aryan Brotherhood.
It is used to represent the Aryan Brotherhood.
9 Mike
9 mm Handgun
9 mm Handgun
