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Meaning of word pillory from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

pillory noun

Meaning : A wooden instrument of punishment on a post with holes for the wrists and neck. Offenders were locked in and so exposed to public scorn.

pillory verb

Meaning : Expose to ridicule or public scorn.

Synonyms : gibbet

Meaning : Punish by putting in a pillory.

Meaning : Criticize harshly or violently.

Example : The press savaged the new President.
The critics crucified the author for plagiarizing a famous passage.

Synonyms : blast, crucify, savage

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