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slayer

What does slayer mean?

A role in team shooters, big in Call of Duty, where one player is the designated killer. They hunt enemies all over the map so the objective players can do their thing uncontested.

"He's our slayer, give him the SMG and let him hold mid."

Origin

Call of Duty competitive scene, where 'slayer' is a defined player role alongside objective and anchor roles.

Frequently asked questions

What does slayer mean in gaming?
It's the player whose whole job is racking up kills and clearing bodies for the team.
How do you use slayer in a sentence?
"You play slayer and I'll grab the objective."
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