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garotte

The correct spelling is garotte.

How to pronounce garotte

noun

Say it like: Gar-ott-e

The correct spelling is garotte. A cord, wire or similar used for strangulation. For example: "The mob boss was known for executing his enemies with a garrotte of piano wire."

Usage Examples

The mob boss was known for executing his enemies with a garrotte of piano wire.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A cord, wire or similar used for strangulation.
  2. 2.An iron collar formerly used in Spain to execute people by strangulation.

verb

  1. 1.To execute by strangulation.
  2. 2.To suddenly render insensible by semi-strangulation, and then to rob.

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