Hitman: meaning, definitions and examples
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hitman
[ ˈhɪtmən ]
assassin
A hitman is a person hired to kill someone, usually for money. They are often highly skilled in firearms and stealth, making them efficient in carrying out their deadly tasks.
Synonyms
assassin, contract killer, executioner, gunman
Examples of usage
- John hired a hitman to eliminate his business rival.
- The hitman silently entered the target's house and completed the job.
- The hitman's identity remains unknown to this day.
video games
In video games, a hitman refers to a character or player who specializes in stealthy assassinations and completing missions with precision and strategy.
Synonyms
agent, assassin, mercenary, operative
Examples of usage
- The protagonist in the game is a skilled hitman hired by a secret agency.
- The hitman must navigate through various obstacles to reach the target undetected.
Translations
Translations of the word "hitman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 assassino de aluguel
🇮🇳 भाड़े का हत्यारा
🇩🇪 Auftragsmörder
🇮🇩 pembunuh bayaran
🇺🇦 найманий вбивця
🇵🇱 zabójca na zlecenie
🇯🇵 ヒットマン
🇫🇷 tueur à gages
🇪🇸 asesino a sueldo
🇹🇷 tetikçi
🇰🇷 청부 살인자
🇸🇦 قاتل مأجور
🇨🇿 nájemný vrah
🇸🇰 nájomný vrah
🇨🇳 职业杀手
🇸🇮 najemni morilec
🇮🇸 leigumorðingi
🇰🇿 жалдамалы өлтіруші
🇬🇪 დაქირავებული მკვლელი
🇦🇿 muqavilə qatil
🇲🇽 asesino a sueldo
Word origin
The term 'hitman' originated in the mid-20th century, combining 'hit' (a targeted killing) with 'man' to refer to a professional assassin. The concept of hired killers has existed throughout history, but the modern use of 'hitman' gained popularity in crime fiction and movies. The portrayal of hitmen in media has both glamorized and vilified their profession, creating a complex image of these deadly individuals.