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Headhunter Definition & Meaning

headhunter
noun
  1. a recruiter of personnel (especially for corporations)
  2. a savage who cuts off and preserves the heads of enemies as trophies

"Headhunter" in song lyrics

See how headhunter is used in real songs:

  • "Girl you's a true headhunter"
    Dirty f/ Khao — Ride
  • "And must I remind you I'm the funky headhunter"
    MC Hammer — Break Em Off Somethin
  • "The funky headhunter!"
    MC Hammer f/ B-Down — The Funky Headhunter

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Frequently asked questions

What does headhunter mean?
a recruiter of personnel (especially for corporations) a savage who cuts off and preserves the heads of enemies as trophies
What part of speech is headhunter?
Headhunter is a noun.
How many definitions does headhunter have?
Headhunter has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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