Como Pronunciar "pillory"

word

ˈpɪɫɝi

PIL-uh-ree

pˈɪləɹˌi

PIL-uh-ree

Definição

A pillory is a wooden frame used in the past to punish people by locking their head and hands so others could see and ridicule them. The verb means to publicly criticize or shame someone, especially harshly.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈpɪɫɝi

Inglês Britânico

pˈɪləɹˌi

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

PIL-uh-ree

Ouça em Contexto

In old times, criminals were put in the pillory in the town square.

The newspaper pilloried the mayor for his actions.

He was pilloried online for his mistake.

Her unpopular opinion was quickly pilloried by social media users.