Gallows
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡæləʊz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gallows is a noun meaning A wooden framework on which persons are executed by hanging.
Meaning
A wooden framework on which persons are executed by hanging.
More Meanings
- (colloquial, obsolete) A wretch who deserves to be hanged.
- (printing, obsolete) The rest for the tympan when raised.
- (colloquial, obsolete) Suspenders; braces.
- Any contrivance with posts and crossbeam for suspending objects.
- The main frame of a beam engine.
- plural of gallow glyph; a specialized, ornate character that appears frequently in the Voynich Manuscript.
- (colloquial, archaic) Utterly; very.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: gibbet
They've got a gallows bad reputation, but you know what a place the beach is for talking.
The last pair of "gallowses" made by Mr. Gratacap was an order from Mr. Brokaw, the clothier.
Ay, and a shrewd unhappy gallows too. / You'll ne'er be friends with him: a' kill'd your sister.
Word Forms
- gallowses
Synonyms for gallows
Depending on context, synonyms include gibbet, crook, gallous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gibbet, gallous, place, dead, tree, cranes.
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