electrocutioner
/ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuʃənɚ/
UK: /ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃənə/
electrocutioner
English
Noun
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Definition
An executioner who carries out an execution by means of electricity.
Etymology
Blend of electrocution + executioner, or electrocution + -er
Example Sentences
- "'Then the electrocutioner turned on the switch and when he did Willie Francis' lips puffed out and he groaned and jumped so that the chair came off the floor. Apparently the switch was turned on twice and then the condemned man yelled: 'Take it off. Let me breath.""
- "Smiling as I throw the switch that takes away their breath I see life as an interruption to the tune of death"
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