adj
decapitated
dih-KA-pih-tay-tuhd
Decapitated (adj) means having had the head cut off. Example: “Archaeologists found a decapitated skeleton in the ancient burial site.”
adj
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Having had the head cut off.
"Archaeologists found a decapitated skeleton in the ancient burial site."
How to use decapitated
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWith the head removed.
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What does “decapitated” mean?
The word “decapitated” means having had the head cut off. In plain terms, with the head removed.
How do you pronounce “decapitated”?
“Decapitated” is pronounced dih-KA-pih-tay-tuhd (/dɪˈkæpɪteɪtəd/ in IPA).
How do you use “decapitated” in a sentence?
Here is “decapitated” used in a sentence: “Archaeologists found a decapitated skeleton in the ancient burial site.”
What part of speech is “decapitated”?
“Decapitated” is an adjective.
