stoning
1 synonym for stoning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of executing or punishing someone by having a crowd throw stones at them until they die.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “stoning” mean?
The word “stoning” means the act of executing or punishing someone by having a crowd throw stones at them until they die. In plain terms, killing or punishing someone by pelting them with thrown stones.
How do you use “stoning” in a sentence?
Here is “stoning” used in a sentence: “The ancient text describes a stoning carried out just outside the city walls.”
What part of speech is “stoning”?
“Stoning” is a noun.
