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(gal′ōz) noun plural ·lows·es or ·lows
1. A framework consisting of two or more uprights supporting a crossbeam, used for hanging criminals.
2. Naut. A similar structure used to support spars on a vessel, or for other purposes: also called gallows bitts. [OE galga]
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