NYT Dictionary

CUTTHROAT

/ˈkʌtθɹoʊt/
NounAdjectiveCUT-throatcut-throat · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A murderer who slits the throats of victims.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From cut + throat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

fiercebowellessassassinbanditbloodthirstybloodybullybutchercannibalcompetitive

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles, including a pangram:

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