Definition of "garrote" in English

noun

1. (historical) An iron collar formerly used in Spain to execute people by strangulation.

2. Something, especially a cord or wire, used for strangulation.

   • The mob boss was known for having his enemies executed with a garrote of piano wire.

verb

1. (transitive) To execute by strangulation, to kill using a garrote.

2. (transitive) To suddenly render insensible by semi-strangulation, and then to rob.