Slayer

Pronunciation: /sleɪər/

Definitions of slayer

noun a person who is very skilled at a particular activity or task

Example Sentences

A1 The slayer defeated the dragon with his sword.

A2 She is known as the vampire slayer in her town.

B1 The monster slayer was hired to rid the village of the werewolf.

B2 The legendary dragon slayer was feared by all creatures.

C1 The demon slayer was revered for their bravery in battle.

C2 The slayer of evil spirits was said to possess magical powers.

Examples of slayer in a Sentence

formal The slayer was known for their expertise in hunting down dangerous creatures.

informal I heard that dude is a total slayer when it comes to video games.

slang She's a slayer on the basketball court, no one can stop her.

figurative The CEO was a slayer in the business world, always coming out on top.

Grammatical Forms of slayer

• past tense: slayed
• plural: slayers
• comparative: more slayer
• superlative: most slayer
• present tense: slays
• future tense: will slay
• perfect tense: have slayed
• continuous tense: is slaying
• singular: slayer
• positive degree: slayer
• infinitive: to slay
• gerund: slaying
• participle: slaying

Origin and Evolution of slayer

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'slayer' originated in Old English as 'slēan', meaning to strike, beat, or kill.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'slayer' has come to specifically refer to someone who kills another person, often in a violent or deliberate manner. The word has also been popularized in various forms of media, such as literature, film, and music, further shaping its modern connotations.