STRAPPADO
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Strappado.
Strappado - as a noun
A form of torture in which the hands are tied behind a person's back and they are lifted off the ground by a rope tied to their wrists, then allowed to drop until their fall is checked with a jerk by the rope
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strapadoStrappado - as a verb
To torture by means of this device.
Example Sentences
"The strappado was used as a form of torture during medieval times."
"The victim endured excruciating pain during the strappado."
"The strappado was often used to extract confessions from prisoners."
"The strappado involved tying the victim's hands behind their back and then hoisting them up by the ropes."
"The strappado was a cruel method of punishment."
Word Game Points
Is STRAPPADO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, strappado is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STRAPPADO has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is STRAPPADO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, strappado is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTRAPPADO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is STRAPPADO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, strappado is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTRAPPADO has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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