execution

noun
UK /ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃn/
US /ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃn/

The act of doing a plan or task.

The execution of the school play went smoothly.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The act of killing someone as a legal punishment.

The king ordered the execution of the traitor.

3. The way a piece of music or art is performed.

Her execution of the piano piece was flawless.

4. The act of putting a legal decision into effect.

The execution of the court order took place on Monday.