Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

a-hit-list

Noun

/ə hɪt lɪst/

Definition

A list of names or items that are targeted for a particular purpose, often associated with people who are intended to be harmed or required for a particular action.

Examples

After the event, the organizers compiled a hit list of popular speakers for next year’s conference.
The infamous criminal had a hit list that included several notable figures.

Meaning

The term is commonly used to describe a list of individuals or places that someone intends to confront, eliminate, or otherwise act upon, but can also refer to a collection of desired items or targets in various contexts.