How to Pronounce "pillory"
word
ˈpɪɫɝi
PIL-uh-ree
pˈɪləɹˌi
PIL-uh-ree
Definition
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.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪɫɝi
British English
pˈɪləɹˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIL-uh-ree
UK
PIL-uh-ree
Listen in Context
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.