Parrilla
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Parrilla is a noun meaning A form of torture where the victim is strapped to a metal frame and subjected to electric shock.
Meaning
A form of torture where the victim is strapped to a metal frame and subjected to electric shock.
Example Sentences
He described how Tenorinho was subjected to cruel tortures after proclaiming his innocence: he denied everything. Then they started to strike him. He was then brought to the parrilla, [the grill]. The parrilla was where we applied electric torture. It has this name because, in Argentina, the parilla is where you grill beef.
Word Forms
- parrillas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rack, grille, grill, gridiron, electrotorture, electroplay.
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