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GUILLOTINE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Guillotine.

How to pronounce guillotine:

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Guillotine - as a noun

Closure imposed on the debate of specific sections of a bill

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
closure by compartment

Instrument of execution that consists of a weighted blade between two vertical poles; used for beheading people

Guillotine - as a verb

Kill by cutting the head off with a guillotine

Example: "The french guillotined many vietnamese while they occupied the country"

Example Sentences

"The guillotine was an execution device used during the French Revolution."
"The condemned prisoner was placed underneath the guillotine."
"The guillotine blade swiftly came down on the victim's neck."
"The guillotine was a symbol of the Reign of Terror."
"The guillotine was invented by Dr. Joseph-Ignace Guillotin."
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Word Game Points

Is GUILLOTINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, guillotine is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GUILLOTINE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is GUILLOTINE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, guillotine is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GUILLOTINE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is GUILLOTINE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, guillotine is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GUILLOTINE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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