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Tumbril

Definition:

A tumbril is a type of two-wheeled cart historically used to transport prisoners to a place of execution. In a broader sense, it can refer to any similar cart used for transportation of goods or materials.

Part of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A cart historically used to transport prisoners to execution.
2. Any cart used for transportation of goods or materials.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

The term "tumbril" is less commonly used in everyday language today.

Local Usage:

In some regions, the term "tumbril" may still be used to refer to a specific type of cart used for agricultural purposes.

Sample Sentences:

1. The prisoner was escorted to the tumbril, which would transport him to the gallows.

2. The villagers loaded the tumbril with hay for delivery to the nearby farm.

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