gallows
/ˈɡæləʊz//ˈɡæloʊz/
noun
- 1
Wooden framework on which persons are put to death by hanging.
- 2
A wretch who deserves to be hanged.
- 3
The rest for the tympan when raised.
- 4
Suspenders; braces.
- 5
Any contrivance with posts and crossbeam for suspending objects.
- 6
The main frame of a beam engine.
verb
- 1
To frighten or terrify.
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