Hitman
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɪtmæːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hitman is a noun meaning A male contract killer, especially one paid by a mafia.
Meaning
A male contract killer, especially one paid by a mafia.
More Meanings
- (soccer) A goalscorer; someone who scores goals.
Example Sentences
Their top hitman, Joe Russo, was on the lam after murdering Joe Barboza in San Francisco.
The high priest of US arms controllers called me a "nuclear arms agreement hitman," which I took as a compliment.
Word Forms
- hitmen
- hit man
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include slayer, killer, murderer, hitter, gunfighter, shooter.
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