Meaning of the word slayer in English

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slayer

US /ˈsleɪ.ɚ/
UK /ˈsleɪ.ər/

Noun

a person or thing that kills someone or something

Example:
He was known as the dragon slayer in ancient legends.
The giant was a formidable slayer of men.