Difference between Pillory and Stocks

What is the difference between Pillory and Stocks?

Pillory as a noun is a framework on a post, with holes for the hands and head, used as a means of punishment and humiliation. while Stocks as a noun is (plural) a device, similar to a pillory, formerly used for public humiliation and punishment.

Pillory

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A framework on a post, with holes for the hands and head, used as a means of punishment and humiliation.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To put in a pillory. To subject to humiliation, scorn, ridicule or abuse. To criticize harshly.

Stocks

Part of speech: noun

Definition: (plural) A device, similar to a pillory, formerly used for public humiliation and punishment.A store or supply.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To have on hand for sale.

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