lynching
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Noun — The killing of a person by a mob, without any legal trial, historically often by hanging.
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Etymology
From "lynch" plus the suffix "-ing".
Full origin of lynching →Frequently asked questions
What does “lynching” mean?
The word “lynching” means the killing of a person by a mob, without any legal trial, historically often by hanging. In plain terms, an act of mob violence resulting in someone's death outside of any legal process.
How do you pronounce “lynching”?
“Lynching” is pronounced LIHNT-shihng (/ˈlɪnt͡ʃɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “lynching” in a sentence?
Here is “lynching” used in a sentence: “The museum's exhibit documented the history of lynching in the American South.”
What part of speech is “lynching”?
“Lynching” is a noun.