Stoning
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Stoning is a noun meaning lapidation: punishment by throwing stones, usually resulting in death.
Meaning
lapidation: punishment by throwing stones, usually resulting in death.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of stone
Example Sentences
The stonings came as something of a surprise, in that Iranian officials had said they had suspended that method of execution.
Word Forms
- stonings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rock, gemstone, gem, pit, hailstone, chromatic.
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