What is another word for hangman?
Pronunciation: [hˈaŋmən] (IPA) 
Hangman is a word game that has been played for centuries. It is also known as the "gallows game" or "executioner's game." The main objective of the game is to guess the hidden word by suggesting letters one at a time. Each incorrect guess results in the drawing of a stick figure being "hanged." However, as language has evolved, so have the synonyms for this game. Some of the newer terms include "word guess," "word puzzle," "word challenge," or even "letter guessing game." Regardless of what you call it, the hangman game is a timeless classic that never fails to entertain.
