1. Plural of gallows; structures consisting of an upright post with an arm from which a rope is hung, historically used for execution by hanging.
Usage: Often used in historical or literary contexts; Can refer to multiple gallows structures or multiple instances of the same gallows
2. Plural of gallows; suspenders or braces worn to hold up trousers.
Usage: Chiefly British English; Informal or dated usage

Examples

• The old gallowses stood as a grim reminder of the town's harsh past.
• In medieval times, multiple gallowses were erected in the town square.
• He adjusted his gallowses before heading to work.
• The historical museum displayed artifacts related to the gallowses used in the 18th century.
• The prisoner was led toward the gallowses at dawn.
• He wore red gallowses with his formal suit.