noun
Uncommon
executioner
ehk-suh-KYOO-shuh-nuh
Executioner (noun) means a person whose job is to carry out death sentences. Example: “In medieval times, the executioner often wore a hood to hide his identity.”
noun
1
A person whose job is to carry out death sentences.
"In medieval times, the executioner often wore a hood to hide his identity."
How to use executioner
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe person who carries out a death penalty.
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Word forms
- Plural
- executioners
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Etymology
From execution + -er, "one who performs an execution."
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What does “executioner” mean?
The word “executioner” means a person whose job is to carry out death sentences. In plain terms, the person who carries out a death penalty.
How do you pronounce “executioner”?
“Executioner” is pronounced ehk-suh-KYOO-shuh-nuh (/ˌɛksəˈkjuʃənɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “executioner” in a sentence?
Here is “executioner” used in a sentence: “In medieval times, the executioner often wore a hood to hide his identity.”
What is another word for “executioner”?
Words with a similar meaning to “executioner” include carnifex, deathsman, doomsman, executor, halseman and Jack Ketch.
What part of speech is “executioner”?
“Executioner” is a noun.
Is “executioner” a common word?
“Executioner” is an uncommon word in modern English.
