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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun Intentionally violent or injurious behavior, especially that suggestive of a criminal act.
  • noun Inappropriate, unethical, or unlawful conduct, especially to disadvantage an opponent.

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  • noun Unfair, unethical, or criminal behavior, especially of a malicious or violent nature.
  • noun Any violation of rules.

from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.

  • noun unfair or dishonest behavior (especially involving violence)

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