How to Pronounce "garrote"
word
ɡəˈɹoʊt
guh-ROHT
ɡəˈɹoʊt
guh-ROHT
Definition
A garrote is a weapon, typically a wire or cord, used to strangle someone. It can also refer more generally to the act of killing by strangulation, especially as an execution method.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɡəˈɹoʊt
British English
ɡəˈɹoʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
guh-ROHT
UK
guh-ROHT
Listen in Context
The garrote was used as a tool for executions in the past.
A garrote is different from a simple rope.
He made a homemade garrote using wire.
In old movies, the assassin sometimes attacks with a garrote from behind.