Garrotte (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, verb (used with object), gar·rot·ted, gar·rot·ting.
  1. garrote.
noun
  1. a Spanish method of execution by strangulation or by breaking the neck
  2. the device, usually an iron collar, used in such executions
  3. strangulation of one's victim while committing robbery
verb (tr)
  1. to execute by means of the garrotte
  2. to strangle, esp in order to commit robbery
Garrotte (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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