hatchet man

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Noun hatchet man has 2 senses

hatchet man, iceman - a professional killer
--₁ is a kind of murderer, liquidator, manslayer
hatchet man, enforcer - one whose job it is to execute unpleasant tasks for a superior
--₂ is a kind of assistant, helper, help, supporter