gallows

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GRE

n. an instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which a condemned person is executed by hanging

n. 绞架, 绞刑
[法] 绞刑架, 绞台, 绞刑

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gallows 源自古英语 galga，意为“绞刑架”。可以记住它与绞刑相关的含义。

例句

1. The criminal was sentenced to death and taken to the gallows.

这个罪犯被判死刑并被带到绞刑架。

2. Many stories in history mention the use of gallows for executions.

历史上有许多故事提到使用绞刑架进行处决。

3. The sight of the gallows made the townspeople feel uneasy.

绞刑架的景象让镇上的居民感到不安。