Hangman (Noun)
Meaning
An executioner who hangs the condemned person.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The hangman adjusted the noose around the prisoner's neck, preparing for the final moment.
- In the old days, the hangman was a respected member of the community, carrying out his duties with precision and gravity.
- The condemned man glared at the hangman, who stood impassively, his face hidden behind a hood.
- As the hangman led the prisoner to the gallows, the crowd grew silent, anticipating the impending execution.
- The hangman's role was not just to carry out the sentence, but also to ensure the prisoner's final moments were as painless as possible.