headhunter

noun

1. 1

   A savage who cuts off the heads of his enemies, and preserves them as trophies.

2. 2

   One who recruits senior personnel for a company.

   “She was the best headhunter they had ever seen.”

3. 3

   A pitcher who throws at the batter's head.

   “Thankfully, there aren't many headhunters in the modern game.”

4. 4

   A player who uses a hockey stick to attempt to strike an opponent's head.

   “He is known as a goon and a headhunter.”