headhunter
Translation
headhunter, recruiter, executive search consultant
Examples
A headhunter contacted me about a new job.
A headhunter contacted me about a new job.
The company hired a headhunter to find a new CEO.
The company hired a headhunter to find a new CEO.
Grammar Patterns
a headhunter ((sb.)) a person who finds suitable people for senior jobs A headhunter contacted me about a new job.
to hire a headhunter to employ a recruiter for a specific role The company hired a headhunter to find a new CEO.
Similar Words
Synonyms: recruiter, executive search consultant
Etymology
A compound word from 'head' (referring to a person, especially a talented one) and 'hunter'. Literally, someone who 'hunts for heads'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone 'hunting' for the best 'heads' (talented people) to fill a job vacancy.