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garrote

The correct spelling is garrote.

How to pronounce garrote

/ɡəˈɹoʊt/
noun

IPA: /ɡəˈɹoʊt/

Say it like: Gar-rot-e

The correct spelling is garrote. An iron collar formerly used in Spain to execute people by strangulation For example: "The mob boss was known for having his enemies executed with a garrote of piano wire."

Usage Examples

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

Meanings

noun

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

verb

  1. 1.To execute by strangulation
  2. 2.To kill using a garrote

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