Definition of "hatchet man" []

Slang A man hired to commit murder. (noun)
Slang One assigned to carry out a ruthless task or a vicious or unscrupulous order. (noun)

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Use "hatchet man" in a sentence

"Priority case hatchet man for every LA chief of police dating back to Strongarm Dick Steckel."

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