Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hitman
noun
/ˈhɪt.mən/
Definition
A hitman is a person who is hired to kill someone, usually for money.
Examples
- The detective was trying to track down the hitman before he could carry out any more assignments.
- In many crime novels, the protagonist often finds themselves in conflict with a hitman hired by their enemies.
- The organization was infamous for employing skilled hitmen to eliminate threats.
Meaning
The term ‘hitman’ refers to an assassin, someone who carries out contract killings as a profession.
Synonyms
- assassin
- contract killer
- gun for hire
- executioner
