garrotter

/ˈɡærətər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who uses a garrote, typically as a method of execution or assassination.

“The police investigated the garrotter who had been terrorizing the city.”

2. verb

To kill or execute someone using a garrote.

“The victim was garrotted in her sleep.”

Synonyms

  • killer
  • strangler

Antonyms

  • liberator
  • rescuer