/pit and ˈɡæloʊz/ – Phrase
Definition: (Scot) quyền của chúa phong kiến dìm chết hay treo cổ tội phạm.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, a “pit” refers to a hole or excavation in the ground, often used for the purpose of storing or disposing of waste, or as a place of confinement or punishment.
A “gallows” is a structure typically consisting of a wooden frame with a crossbeam used for executing criminals by hanging.
Example: The defendant was sentenced to be executed by hanging on the gallows in the town square, while the crowd gathered around the pit to witness the punishment.