adjective Uncommon
beheaded
Beheaded (adjective) means having had one's head cut off. Example: “Legend says the beheaded ghost still walks the castle halls.”
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Having had one's head cut off.
"Legend says the beheaded ghost still walks the castle halls."
How to use beheaded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes someone who has been executed by having their head cut off.
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What does “beheaded” mean?
The word “beheaded” means having had one's head cut off. In plain terms, describes someone who has been executed by having their head cut off.
How do you use “beheaded” in a sentence?
Here is “beheaded” used in a sentence: “Legend says the beheaded ghost still walks the castle halls.”
What part of speech is “beheaded”?
“Beheaded” is an adjective.
Is “beheaded” a common word?
“Beheaded” is an uncommon word in modern English.