Slayer

/ˈsleɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that kills or destroys.

The dragon slayer was celebrated throughout the kingdom.

A person who is exceptionally skilled at achieving a goal, often used in a colloquial or informal context.

She's a real sales slayer at her company, consistently exceeding her targets.

In popular culture, often refers to someone who kills monsters or supernatural beings.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a cult classic television series.

From Old English 'slean', meaning 'to strike, kill'.

dragon slayer

A hero or a person who conquers a difficult challenge.

soul slayer

A term often used in fantasy to describe someone who destroys life's essence.

slay

To kill violently.

slaughter

The act of killing animals for food or for other reasons.

executer

A person who carries out a death sentence.

A person who performs exceptionally well in a challenging situation.

After the exam, she felt like a total slayer.

A noteworthy performer, often used in gaming or sports.

That player is a slayer; they just crushed the competition.