execute

verb6

1. •
   To carry out; to put into effect.

   • Your orders have been executed, sir!
   • I'll execute your orders as soon as this meeting is adjourned.
2. •
   To perform.

   • Affinity groups will plan and execute nonviolent actions to both symbolically and directly challenge weapons development. — 1989
3. •
   to put someone to death by order of a court, as the law allows for the worst crimes

   • There are certain states where it is lawful to execute prisoners convicted of certain crimes.
   • According to international treaties, it is illegal to execute prisoners of war.
4. •
   To start, launch, or run.
5. •
   To run, usually successfully.

   • The program executed, but data problems were discovered.
6. •
   To carry out, to perform an act; to put into effect or cause to become legally binding or valid (as a contract) by so doing.