Meaning of the word executioner in English

What does executioner mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

executioner

US /ˌek.səˈkjuː.ʃən.ɚ/
UK /ˌek.səˈkjuː.ʃən.ɚ/
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Noun

1.

an official who inflicts capital punishment on condemned criminals

Example:
The executioner carried out the sentence.
He was hired as the royal executioner.
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