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The word gallows refers to the wooden framework used for execution by hanging. While the word ends in an s, it is typically used as a singular noun in English. This lesson explores its primary definition as an instrument of capital punishment and its common usage in historical and literary contexts. You will also learn about related expressions such as gallows humor, which describes grim jokes made in stressful situations, and the idiom to cheat the gallows. We cover synonyms like gibbet and scaffold to help broaden your vocabulary. Watch this lesson to master the nuances of this somber yet significant term.

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A condemned man stands upon the gallows before his execution.