pl of gallows.
2. gallows (·noun ·sg) a pair of suspenders or braces.
3. gallows (·noun ·sg) a wretch who deserves the gallows.
4. gallows (·noun ·sg) the rest for the tympan when raised.
5. gallows (·noun ·sg) a frame from which is suspended the rope with which criminals are executed by hanging, usually consisting of two upright posts and a crossbeam on the top; also, a like frame for suspending anything.