How to Pronounce "lynch"
word
/ˈɫɪntʃ/
linch
/lˈɪntʃ/
linch
Definition
To kill someone, usually by hanging, without a legal trial, often done by a mob. It is an illegal act and is associated with violent groups taking the law into their own hands.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɪntʃ/
British English
/lˈɪntʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
linch
UK
linch
Listen in Context
A mob tried to lynch the man before the police arrived.
It is illegal to lynch anyone, no matter the reason.
The community spoke out against plans to lynch the suspect.
Rumors spread fast, and soon an angry crowd threatened to lynch him.