Cryptic crossword clue
Vicious setback for underworld figure 3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word DIS

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What does DIS mean?

DIS noun
  1. An insult or put-down; an expression of disrespect.
DIS verb
  1. To put (someone) down, or show disrespect by the use of insulting language or dismissive behaviour.
DIS noun
  1. Dissertation.
DIS noun
  1. An Algerian reedy grass used for cordage.
DIS noun
  1. Any of a group of minor female deities in Scandinavian folklore.
DIS pronoun
  1. This.

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