Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
executioner
noun
/ˌɛk.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən.ər/
Definition
An executioner is a person whose job is to carry out the death penalty on someone who has been sentenced to death.
Examples
- The executioner prepared for the final act, ensuring that all protocols were followed.
- In some cultures, being an executioner is a hereditary position passed down through generations.
- There are often strict regulations governing how an executioner must conduct their duties.
Meaning
In a legal context, an executioner is responsible for enforcing capital punishment, typically through methods such as hanging, lethal injection, or electrocution. The role can be seen as both a job and a moral dilemma, as it involves taking a person’s life under the law.
Synonyms
- Hangman
- Execution squad member
- Death dealer
