How do you pronounce decapitate?

decapitate is pronounced as /dɪˈkæpɪteɪt/.

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decapitate

🗡️decapitate

verb

/dɪˈkæpɪteɪt/

decant decapod

Meaning

To cut off the head of a person or animal.

Example Sentences

The ancient executioner decapitated the criminal.

Example Expressions

decapitate the organization

Synonyms

behead, execute, cut off head, sever

Antonyms

crown, appoint, empower

Collocations

decapitate enemy, decapitate quickly, decapitate the king, decapitate leadership

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