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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

persecutor

/pərˈsɛkjʊtər/ noun · British & US
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What does persecutor mean?

noun

A person who persecutes others, especially because of their race, religion, or political beliefs. A person who persistently harasses or criticizes someone.

Example

"The government was accused of appointing a persecutor to investigate the opposition party."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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