plural pillories
Definition of pillory
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
2
: a means for exposing one to public scorn or ridicule
pillory
verb
pilloried; pillorying
Definition of pillory (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to set in a pillory as punishment
2
: to expose to public contempt, ridicule, or scorn
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The first known use of pillory was in the 13th century
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