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firing squad

The correct spelling is firing squad.

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noun

Say it like: Fir-ing- sk-wad

The correct spelling is firing squad. A group of soldiers or paramilitaries detailed to execute someone, usually by rifle shot, or to discharge their weapons ceremonially at a funeral.

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noun

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

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