Headhunter

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA person who practises headhunting, the taking and preserving of a person's head after killing them.

2.NounOne who recruits skilled personnel, especially executive-level ones, for a company.

"A headhunter called me out of the blue with an offer I couldn't refuse."

3.NounA pitcher who throws at the batter's head.

"Thankfully, there aren't many headhunters in the modern game."

4.NounA player who uses a hockey stick to attempt to strike an opponent's head.

"He is known as a goon and a headhunter."

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