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Jack Ketch
[ kech ]
noun
, British Slang.
- a public hangman.
Jack Ketch
/ kɛtʃ /
noun
- archaic.a hangman
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Jack Ketch1
First recorded in 1665–75; named after John Ketch (1663?–86), English executioner noted for his brutality
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Jack Ketch1
C18: after John Ketch (died 1686), public executioner in England
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Example Sentences
Among the rioters, to sum up the account of their infamy and wretchedness, was Jack Ketch himself.
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Come, at last urged Jack Ketch, the time is arrived; but his coaxing words and tone were unavailing.
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(he pulls the rope forcibly down, and hangs Jack Ketch) Huzza!
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Punch knocks down Jack Ketch, and continues to dance and sing.
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For this impudent usurpation of judiciary powers Jack Ketch was forced to flee and never dared return.
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