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gallows

/ˈɡæloʊz/ American
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  • n. 绞刑架, 绞刑
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Definition
  • n. a wooden frame used for hanging criminals as punishment
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Example
The story described a gallows built outside the old prison walls.
故事描述了旧监狱围墙外搭建的一座绞刑架。
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