Strangler

Pronunciation: /ˈstræŋ.ɡlər/

Definitions of strangler

noun a person who kills another person by squeezing the throat, typically with their hands

Example Sentences

A1 The police caught the strangler before he could harm anyone else.

A2 The strangler was known for targeting elderly women in the neighborhood.

B1 The strangler's motive for the crimes remains unknown to this day.

B2 The investigation revealed that the strangler had a history of violence.

C1 The psychological profile of the strangler indicated a deep-seated need for control.

C2 The media coverage surrounding the strangler's trial was intense and widespread.

Examples of strangler in a Sentence

formal The police were on high alert for any signs of a strangler in the area.

informal I heard there's a strangler on the loose, so be careful when walking alone at night.

slang Watch out for that strangler dude, he's been causing trouble around here.

figurative The tight deadline was like a strangler, making it hard for the team to breathe.

Grammatical Forms of strangler

• plural: stranglers
• comparative: more strangler
• superlative: most strangler
• present tense: strangles
• future tense: will strangle
• perfect tense: has strangled
• continuous tense: is strangling
• singular: strangler
• positive degree: strangler
• infinitive: to strangle
• gerund: strangling
• participle: strangled

Origin and Evolution of strangler

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'strangler' originated from the Old French word 'estrangler' which came from Latin 'strangulare' meaning to strangle or choke.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to someone who strangles or chokes another person, the term 'strangler' has evolved to also describe certain species of plants or animals that constrict or suffocate other organisms for survival.