execution

noun

The act, manner or style of executing (actions, maneuvers, performances).

The state of being accomplished.

The act of putting to death or being put to death as a penalty, or actions so associated.

(computing) The carrying out of an instruction, program or program segment by a computer.

(law) The carrying into effect of a court judgment, or of a will.

(law) The formal process by which a contract is made valid and put into binding effect.

(now rare) Specifically, the seizure of a debtor's goods or property in default of payment.

Roots

sequorsecut- · Latin · follow

Synonyms for execution

implementationn performancen murdern slayingn effectuationn decapitationn beheadingn consummationn completionn electrocutionn stoningn gallowsn gibbetn enforcementn killingn

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Where does execution come from?

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