I. ˈpi-lə-rē, ˈpil-rē noun
( plural -ries )
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French pilori
Date: 13th century
1. : a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
2. : a means for exposing one to public scorn or ridicule
[
pillory 1
]
II. transitive verb
( -ried ; -ry·ing )
Date: circa 1600
1. : to set in a pillory as punishment
2. : to expose to public contempt, ridicule, or scorn