Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Gallows.
How to pronounce gallows:
US
Gallows - as a noun
An instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which a condemned person is executed by hanging
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
instrument of executionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Gallows - as a verb
To frighten or terrify.
Example Sentences
"The condemned man was led to the gallows to face his execution."
"The old town square still had the remnants of the ancient gallows."
"The crowd gathered to witness the hanging at the gallows."
"In medieval times, the gallows was a common form of punishment."
"The sheriff prepared the gallows for the scheduled execution."
Word Game Points
Is GALLOWS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gallows is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GALLOWS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is GALLOWS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gallows is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGALLOWS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is GALLOWS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gallows is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGALLOWS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
