narcos

An narco refers to someone involved in or associated with the production and distribution of illegal drugs.

You've probably heard news about narco cartels, which are large organized groups that traffic and manufacture narcotics. In this context, narco is used as an adjective to describe people or organizations connected to these illicit activities. But it can also be a bit more nuanced - some countries use the term "narco" to refer to someone who has been affected by or involved in the drug trade in a broader sense, such as a family member of someone caught up in narcotics smuggling. This usage acknowledges that being related to or influenced by this type of crime can have significant social and economic impacts.