GAUNTLET


Meaning of GAUNTLET in English

n. (US gantlet) run the gauntlet 1 be subjected to harsh criticism. 2 pass between two rows of people and receive blows from them, as a punishment or ordeal.

[ earlier gantlope f. Sw. gatlopp f. gata lane, lopp course, assim. to GAUNTLET(1) ]

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