1. plural of goombah; a close friend or associate, especially in Italian-American contexts
Usage: informal; often used affectionately or colloquially
2. plural of goombah; a member of a criminal organization or gang, especially in organized crime contexts
Usage: informal; slang; often derogatory

Examples

• He went out for drinks with his goombahs from the neighborhood.
• The movie depicted a group of goombahs involved in organized crime.
• My dad and his goombahs have been friends since high school.
• The detective was investigating a crew of goombahs suspected of racketeering.
• He introduced me to his goombahs at the Italian restaurant.
• The goombahs in the film spoke with thick New York accents.