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Headman Definition & Meaning

headman
noun
  1. an executioner who beheads the condemned person
  2. the head of a tribe or clan

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Frequently asked questions

What does headman mean?
an executioner who beheads the condemned person the head of a tribe or clan
What part of speech is headman?
Headman is a noun.
How many definitions does headman have?
Headman has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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