died in the homeland of the mafia
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aubreycw — 12 years ago(September 03, 2013 04:27 PM)
I've heard that theory-but I think Nimalo's is more credible. You see, Nimalo's definition and explanation-beyond the concept of swagger, also conveys the sense of "toughness", and being "macho". That is something that early(and indeed, modern) Mafiosi put a premium on.
So-like Nimalo said- "Mafiosi" most likely comes from an Arabic word meaning, basically, "tough guy".
"I snort. I drink I kill. I am not a kid-I am a man."