1. noun /ˈmæs.ə.kə(ɹ)/
The intentional killing of a considerable number of human beings, under circumstances of atrocity or cruelty, or contrary to the usages of civilized people.
the massacre on
See Also: mass murder
2. verb /ˈmæs.ə.kə(ɹ)/
To kill in considerable numbers where much resistance can not be made; to kill with indiscriminate violence, without necessity, and contrary to the usages of nations; to butcher; to slaughter - limited to the killing of human beings.
If James should be pleased to massacre them all, as Maximilian had massacred the Theban legion
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