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strangler

5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for strangler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A person who kills by strangling.

Synonyms

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choker garroter garrotter throttler strangler tree

How to use strangler

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strangler fig serial strangler

Etymology

From "strangle" plus the agent suffix "-er."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “strangler” mean?

The word “strangler” means a person who kills by strangling. In plain terms, someone (or something, like a fig tree) that strangles.

How do you pronounce “strangler”?

“Strangler” is pronounced STRANGG-luh (/ˈstɹæŋɡ(ə)lə/ in IPA).

How do you use “strangler” in a sentence?

Here is “strangler” used in a sentence: “Police finally caught the strangler after a decade-long manhunt.”

What part of speech is “strangler”?

“Strangler” is a noun.

How many meanings does “strangler” have?

“Strangler” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who kills by strangling.

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