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hatchet man

The phrase “hatchet man” has 3 syllables: hatch-et man

It's pronounced as /ˈhætʃɪt mæn/

What is synonym and antonym for hatchet man?

In the thesaurus, “hatchet man” has 59 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for hatchet man along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for hatchet man

Antonyms for hatchet man

Meanings of hatchet man

  • noun
    1. A professional killer or gunman.
    2. Someone who carries out brutal and unpleasant duties on behalf of another, such as firing dead wood employees.

Example Sentences

  • The CEO sent his hatchet man to handle the layoffs.
  • Known as the company’s hatchet man, he was feared by many employees.
  • He gained a reputation as a political hatchet man who took down rivals.
  • The board hired a hatchet man to restructure the entire department.
  • No one wanted to meet with the hatchet man, as it usually meant bad news.

On this page you'll find 68 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hatchet man, such as: aggressor, attack dog, auteur, author, autobiographer, barracuda, battler.

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