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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

executioners

/ɛksɪˈkjuːʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does executioners mean?

noun

People who carry out the death penalty, especially by hanging or beheading. Executioners are often associated with historical or medieval contexts.

Example

"The executioners were dressed in black robes and hoods, their faces hidden from the crowd."

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