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instakill

adj · noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • /ˈɪnstəˌkɪl/
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1

adj

Meaning 1

Having the ability to instantly kill.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable, slang

Qualifier: board games

Topics: video-games

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

An instant kill.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: slang

Qualifier: board games

Topics: video-games

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To perform an instakill; to kill instantly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Etymology tree English insta- Dutch kilbor. English kill English instakill From insta- + kill.