garrotes
/ɡəˈrɒts/
NOUN
1. Execution instruments used for strangulation
Instruments formerly used to execute people by strangulation, traditionally consisting of an iron collar or other device tightened around the neck.
1.1. Historical strangulation devices
Refers to execution devices, particularly the iron collars historically used in Spain to carry out death sentences by strangulation.
Synonyms
- strangulation devices
- execution devices
Examples
- The museum displayed a collection of ancient garrotes used for executions.
- Historical records describe garrotes as instruments of capital punishment.
Related Words
- iron collars
- execution instruments
- capital punishment
- strangulation
- execution
1.2. Objects used to strangle
Refers to cords, wires, or similar objects used as instruments for strangling someone.
Synonyms
- strangling cords
- strangling wires
- ligatures
Examples
- The investigation uncovered several garrotes hidden among the suspect's belongings.
Related Words
- cords
- wires
- nooses
- strangulation
- assassination
VERB
2. To execute or kill by strangulation
To execute someone by strangulation or to kill someone using a garrote.
2.1. Killing by strangulation
Describes causing death by compressing the neck, particularly through the use of a garrote or another strangling method.
Synonyms
- strangles
- asphyxiates
- chokes
- suffocates
- throttles
- smothers
- stifles
- scrags
Antonyms
- revives
- resuscitates
- restores
Examples
- The historical account describes how the executioners garrotes their condemned prisoners.
- The fictional assassin garrotes his target before escaping.