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Word: execute (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Verb:

  • transitive computing To start, launch or run; as, to execute a program.
  • transitive To begin putting into effect.
  • transitive To carry out; to put into effect; as, to execute a will, to execute orders.
  • transitive To cause to become legally valid; as, to execute a contract.
  • transitive To kill as punishment for capital crimes.

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