Decapitated: meaning, definitions and examples
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decapitated
[ dɪˈkæpɪteɪtɪd ]
severe action
To decapitate means to remove the head from the body of a living being. This action is often associated with execution methods that were practiced in various cultures throughout history. The term can also refer to the killing of someone in a brutal manner, particularly in historical or fictional contexts. Decapitation is often depicted in media as a dramatic and impactful means of death.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The executioner decapitated the prisoner swiftly.
- In the film, the villain was decapitated in the final battle.
- The ancient warriors were known to have decapitated their enemies as a show of strength.
Translations
Translations of the word "decapitated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 decapitado
🇮🇳 सिर काटा हुआ
🇩🇪 enthauptet
🇮🇩 dipenggal
🇺🇦 відрубаний
🇵🇱 dekapitowany
🇯🇵 首を切られた
🇫🇷 décapité
🇪🇸 decapitado
🇹🇷 kafası kesilmiş
🇰🇷 목이 베인
🇸🇦 مفصول الرأس
🇨🇿 sťatý
🇸🇰 sťatý
🇨🇳 被斩首的
🇸🇮 odsekan
🇮🇸 afhöfð
🇰🇿 басы алынған
🇬🇪 თავი მოჭრილი
🇦🇿 başından vurulmuş
🇲🇽 decapitado
Etymology
The word 'decapitate' comes from the Latin term 'decapitare', which is a combination of 'de-' meaning 'down from' and 'caput', meaning 'head'. It first appeared in English usage in the late 14th century. The act of decapitation has a long history, often associated with punishment and warfare. In medieval times, it was considered a more honorable death compared to hanging. The word has often been used in literature and art to symbolize the ultimate form of defeat or loss of power. Over the centuries, 'decapitation' has also become a metaphor for the removal of leadership or authority, illustrating its profound impact throughout history.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,252, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 25250 reverential
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- 25252 decapitated
- 25253 displeasing
- 25254 gazetted
- 25255 sterner
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