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decapitate

verb
/dɪˈkæpɪteɪt/

Meaning

To cut off the head of a person or animal.

Example Sentences

The ancient executioner decapitated the criminal.

Example Expressions

decapitate the organization

Synonyms

behead, execute, cut off head, sever

Antonyms

crown, appoint, empower

Collocations

decapitate enemy, decapitate quickly, decapitate the king, decapitate leadership

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