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execution

ex·e·cu·tion

execution

 
 
pronunciation:
ek sih kyu shn
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: the act of executing or carrying out.
The execution of the plan will require everyone's help.
similar words:
achievement, action, performance
definition 2: the following through of a death sentence.
The governor stopped the execution of the prisoner.
similar words:
killing
definition 3: the manner or quality of an action; technique.
The pianist was praised for her skillful execution of a very difficult piece.
similar words:
performance
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