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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gallows

/ˈɡɔːləʊz/ noun · British & US
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What does gallows mean?

noun

A frame, typically of wood, used for hanging people, especially as a form of execution. A structure, such as a framework or a scaffold, used for supporting something.

Example

"The condemned man was led to the gallows, where he would meet his fate."

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