killer

• Substantiv, das eine Person, ein Tier oder eine Sache bezeichnet, die tötet, besonders jemand, der absichtlich oder wiederholt tötet.

A noun referring to a person, animal, or thing that kills, especially one that causes death intentionally or habitually.

1. Person who killsB1formal

   A person who takes the life of another, especially intentionally.

   Mörder

   • The police are searching for the killer.
   • The killer was sentenced to life in prison.
   • Detectives interviewed witnesses about the killer's identity.

   Synonymeassassinhomicidemurdererslayer

   Antonymepreserverprotectorsavior

2. Something that causes deathB1formal

   A thing or factor that causes death or destruction.

   Mörder

   • Heart disease is a leading killer worldwide.
   • The virus proved to be a silent killer.
   • Drunk driving is a major killer on the roads.

   Synonymebanedestroyerscourgeterminator

3. Something very impressive or excellentB2slangamerican

   Slang for something extremely good, impressive, or enjoyable.

   Etwas Beeindruckendes

   • That new song is an absolute killer!
   • He told a killer joke at the party.
   • This pizza is a killer; you have to try it.

   Synonymecrackerhumdingerknockoutrippersmashsmasher