killers
word · lemma: killer
Definition
Plural of "killer." It usually means people or animals that kill, especially murderers, but it can also describe things that cause death or are extremely difficult or intense in informal English.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly a noun: "serial killers," "whale killers." In informal speech, "killer" can be positive or dramatic, as in "killer workout" or "killer shoes," but that tone depends on context. Don't confuse "killers" with "killing" in expressions like "The heat is killing me," which does not literally mean murder.
Example Sentences
The police caught two killers last night.
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Heart disease and stroke are major killers worldwide.
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Some snakes are silent killers.
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The documentary is about history's most notorious killers.
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Stress and lack of sleep can be real killers if you ignore them.
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Those hills were absolute killers, but the view at the top was worth it.
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