behead
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for behead, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To cut off someone's head, typically as an execution.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old English behēafdian, built from be- plus "head," meaning literally to remove the head.
Full origin of behead →Frequently asked questions
What does “behead” mean?
The word “behead” means to cut off someone's head, typically as an execution. In plain terms, to cut off someone's head.
How do you pronounce “behead”?
“Behead” is pronounced bih-HEHD (/bɪˈhɛd/ in IPA).
How do you use “behead” in a sentence?
Here is “behead” used in a sentence: “The king ordered the traitor to be beheaded.”
What part of speech is “behead”?
“Behead” is a verb.
Where does the word “behead” come from?
The word “behead” comes from Old English. From Old English behēafdian, built from be- plus "head," meaning literally to remove the head.