garrote
US /ɡəˈrɑːt/
UK /ɡəˈrɒt/
名词
绞刑架, 绞索
an apparatus, typically a metal collar or a cord, used to execute people by strangulation
示例:
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The historical document described the use of a garrote for execution.
历史文献描述了使用绞刑架进行处决。
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He was threatened with a makeshift garrote.
他受到一个临时绞刑架的威胁。
动词
勒死, 绞杀
to strangle (someone) with a garrote or other cord or wire
示例:
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The assassin attempted to garrote his victim from behind.
刺客试图从背后勒死他的受害者。
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He was accused of trying to garrote the guard.
他被指控试图勒死警卫。