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firing squad

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English

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Emperor Maximilian of Mexico being executed by a firing squad. (Manet)

Noun

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firing squad (plural firing squads)

  1. A group of soldiers or paramilitaries detailed to execute someone, usually by rifle shot, or to discharge their weapons ceremonially at a funeral.
    Synonym: firing party

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