HEAD-HUNTING

n. , slang , informal 1. The custom of seeking out, decapitating, and preserving the heads of enemies as trophies. 2. A search for qualified individuals to fill certain positions. The president sent a committee to the colleges and universities to do some head-hunting; we hope he finds some young talent. 3. A systematic destruction of opponents, especially in politics. Billings was hired by the party to do some head-hunting among members of the opposition.