Meanings
The phrase originated from Tyburn, an ancient village outside London, where from at least 1330 to the 18th century public executions took place. Prisoners would typically be led from the city of London in an open cart to the infamous "Tyburn Tree", a triple gallows, under which a noose would be placed around their neck and the cart, in which they had been transported to the site, would be driven away, causing them to strangle to death.
To be executed.
Example Sentences
1
He was warned that if he continued his dishonest practices, he would eventually take a ride to Tyburn.
2
The corrupt politician finally got caught and had to take a ride to Tyburn.
3
After a series of robberies, the thief was finally apprehended and had to take a ride to Tyburn.
4
The judge sentenced the murderer to take a ride to Tyburn as punishment.
5
The highwayman's reign of terror came to an end when he was forced to take a ride to Tyburn.
