gallows

Phonetic Respelling: [ gal-ohz, -uhz ]

Definition:

n. an instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which a condemned person is executed by hanging

Sentence:

The criminal went to the gallows for his crime.

More example sentences:

The criminal went to the gallows for his crime.

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The executioner went to the gallows to prepare the ropes for the thieves.

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Synonyms:

instrument of execution; place for hanging; hanging place

Antonyms:

birthingroom

How many syllables in gallows?

2 syllables Play Syllables Game

Divide gallows into syllables:

gal-lows

Gallows rhymes:

Two Syllable Rhymes
- gallo's
- gallos
- hallows
- mallows

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