Meaning
tormentor, torturer
- a cruel jailer, guard, or executioner
- someone who torments, oppresses, or mistreats others
In a sentence
I prigionieri furono liberati e i loro spietati aguzzini vennero arrestati.
The prisoners were freed and their ruthless tormentors were arrested.
Quel capoufficio si comporta come un aguzzino con tutti i dipendenti.
That office manager acts like a tormentor toward all the employees.
La vittima ha riconosciuto in tribunale il volto del proprio aguzzino.
The victim recognized in court the face of their torturer.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| aguzzino | masculine · singular |
| aguzzini | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used figuratively for a tyrannical boss, strict teacher, or cruel relative.
- The feminine 'aguzzina' is occasionally used.