Firing squad

noun

Word Frequency: 0.6

Definitions

1.nounA group of soldiers or paramilitaries detailed to execute someone, usually by rifle shot, or to discharge their weapons ceremonially at a funeral.

Synonyms

firing party firing line circular firing squad firing running fire round death squad discharge hit squad shooting fusillation gunshot

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