Meaning of the word "firing squad" in English
What does "firing squad" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
firing squad
US /ˈfaɪrɪŋ skwɑːd/
UK /ˈfaɪərɪŋ skwɒd/
Noun
a group of soldiers ordered to shoot and execute a condemned person
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The prisoner was sentenced to death by firing squad.
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Historically, a firing squad was a common method of execution.
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