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massacre

verbgeneral useuncommon/mɐsɐˈkɾaɾ/mas·sa·crar

Definition

1

To kill (people or animals) in a cruel and violent way, typically in large numbers.

Usage examples

The invading army tried to massacre the local population.
Poachers massacre elephants for their ivory.

Common combinations

massacre civiliansmassacre troops