massacre

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈmæs.ə.kə(ɹ)/
/ˈmæs.ə.kɚ/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

The killing of a considerable number (usually limited to people) where little or no resistance can be made, with indiscriminate violence, without necessity, and contrary to civilized norms.

2 Definition

Murder.

3 Definition

Any overwhelming defeat, as in a game or sport.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To kill in considerable numbers where little or no resistance can be made, with indiscriminate violence, without necessity, and contrary to civilized norms. (Often limited to the killing of human beings.)

2 Definition

To win so decisively it is in the manner of so slaughtering one's opponent.

3 Definition

To give a performance so poorly it is in the manner of so slaughtering the musical piece, play etc being performed.