Branks

Перевод branks на русский язык

branks

Существительное

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наказание

The branks was used as a punishment for gossiping women in medieval times.

Наказание использовалось для сплетниц в средние века.

Дополнительные переводы

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Опеределения

branks

Существительное

A type of punishment device used in the past, consisting of a metal framework that was placed on the head and had a bit that was inserted into the mouth to prevent speaking.

The branks were used in medieval times to silence those accused of gossiping or speaking out of turn.