Definition: A garotte is a device used to strangle someone, often consisting of a wire or cord that is tightened around the neck.

Example: The detective found a garotte at the crime scene, which suggested foul play.

Definition: A person who uses a garrote, which is a device or method for strangling someone, often used in a criminal context.

Example: The police arrested the garotter before he could carry out his plan.

Definition: A tool or method used to strangle someone, often made of a cord or wire, and historically associated with execution practices.

Example: The detective found a garrote at the crime scene, which suggested foul play.

Definition: To kill someone by strangling them with a cord or wire, often used as a method of execution or murder.

Example: The criminal was found guilty of attempting to garrote his victim in a dark alley.

Definition: A person who strangles another person, often using a cord or wire, typically from behind.

Example: The detective was on the lookout for the garroter who had been terrorizing the neighborhood.

Definition: The act of strangling someone, often using a cord or wire, until they lose consciousness or die.

Example: The detective investigated a case involving garroting in the dark alley.

Definition: A device or cord used to strangle someone, often associated with execution methods.

Example: The historical use of the garrotte in Spain was a grim reminder of past punishments.

Definition: To kill someone by tightly wrapping something around their neck to stop them from breathing.

Example: The detective discovered that the victim had been garrotted in a dark alley.

Definition: A small hammer-like tool used by a judge or auctioneer to get attention or to mark the end of a discussion or sale.

Example: The judge struck the gavel to call the court to order.

Definition: To bring about or force something to happen by using a small hammer, often used in meetings or courts.

Example: The chairman decided to gavel the meeting to a close after the discussion.

Definition: To make a higher offer on a property than someone else who has already made an accepted offer, often causing the original buyer to lose the deal.

Example: They decided to gazump the other buyer by offering a higher price for the house.

Definition: A police officer in France who is part of the national police force and has military duties, responsible for maintaining public order and enforcing laws.

Example: The gendarme stopped the car to check for any violations.

Definition: A type of police force in France that is responsible for maintaining public order and enforcing the law, often in rural areas.

Example: The gendarmerie was called to handle the situation in the small town.