Garrote

noun

/ɡəˈɹoʊt/

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounAn iron collar formerly used in Spain to execute people by strangulation

2.nounSomething, especially a cord or wire, used for strangulation

"The mob boss was known for having his enemies executed with a garrote of piano wire."

3.verbTo execute by strangulation

4.verbTo kill using a garrote

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