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executioner
nounmasculinegeneral useuncommon/kɐ.ʁaʃ.ku/car·ras·co
Definition
1An official who carries out sentences of death or torture.
Usage examples
“The executioner performed his grim duty in the town square.”
“The role of the executioner was often shunned by society.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
public executionerhangmanheadsman