1a : a frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged. — called also gallows tree. b : the punishment of hanging. 2 : a structure consisting of an upright frame with a crosspiece.
What is the meaning of the word Derrick?
1 : a hoisting apparatus employing a tackle rigged at the end of a beam. 2 : a framework or tower over a deep drill hole (as of an oil well) for supporting boring tackle or for hoisting and lowering.
How do you use Gallow in a sentence?
Gallow sentence example
- Near the town a party of Highlanders were taken prisoners in 1648 by Cromwell's troops, and hanged in an adjoining wood, still called Gallow 's Cross. ...
- On the opposite side of the bay is Gallow Hill, the old place of execution of witches and criminals.
