Gallows

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A wooden framework used as an instrument of execution, from which a condemned person is put to death by hanging.

“The condemned man walked to the gallows with quiet resignation.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

gal·lows

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Synonyms

scaffoldgibbet

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Double L after G, ends with -OWS, no silent letters, starts with GALL

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Scrabble

Worth 10 points, W adds good tile value, no easy hook after the -S ending

Words Related to Gallows

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “gallows” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

fallows gallons gallops gallous hallows mallows

Words you can make from Gallows

Shorter words formed from the letters in “gallows”.

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