/ɡəˈrɒt/; /ɡəˈrɒt/ (UK) /ɡəˈroʊt/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

a cord, wire, or chain used for strangulation or hanging, especially as a method of execution or torture

“The use of a garotte was a common practice in medieval Europe.”

2. verb

to execute or kill someone using a garotte

“The dictator was garroted in his cell by the rebels.”