Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
strangler
noun
/ˈstræŋɡlər/
Definition
A strangler is a person or thing that chokes or inhibits something from being free or successful.
Examples
- The infamous strangler was finally captured after years of evading the police.
- In her novel, the villain was a strangler, known for his stealthy approach.
- Stranglers can often leave little evidence behind, making them difficult to catch.
Meaning
The term can also refer specifically to someone who kills another by strangulation.
Synonyms
- choker
- murderer
- killer
