headhunter
Pronunciation:
noun
Definitions
A savage who cuts off the heads of his enemies, and preserves them as trophies.
One who recruits senior personnel for a company.
Example: She was the best headhunter they had ever seen.
A pitcher who throws at the batter's head.
Example: Thankfully, there aren't many headhunters in the modern game.
A player who uses a hockey stick to attempt to strike an opponent's head.
Example: He is known as a goon and a headhunter.