killer

• Substantivo que designa uma pessoa, animal ou coisa que mata, especialmente alguém que causa a morte de forma intencional ou habitual; também pode se referir a uma arma ou substância mortal.

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.

   Assassino

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

   Sinônimosassassinhomicidemurdererslayer

   Antônimospreserverprotectorsavior

2. Something that causes deathB1formal

   A thing or factor that causes death or destruction.

   Assassino

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

   Sinônimosbanedestroyerscourgeterminator

3. Something very impressive or excellentB2slangamerican

   Slang for something extremely good, impressive, or enjoyable.

   Algo impressionante

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscrackerhumdingerknockoutrippersmashsmasher