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Hangtown

Part of Speech:

Noun

Verb

Sense 1:

Noun: A colloquial term referring to a town or place where public execution by hanging was historically carried out.

Example Sentence: Hangtown was notorious in the 19th century for its frequent hangings, which served as a deterrent to criminals.

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Sense 2:

Verb: To hang a person or execute by hanging.

Example Sentence: In the Wild West, many outlaws were hangtowned as a form of punishment for their crimes.

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Sense 3:

Noun: A nickname for a city or town that was historically known for frequent public hangings.

Example Sentence: Placerville, California was once known as "Hangtown" due to its history of public executions.

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