lynch

Meaning

Verb

1. (transitive) To execute (somebody) without a proper legal trial or procedure, especially by hanging and backed by a mob.
2. (broadly, colloquial, transitive) To castigate severely.

Noun

Alternative form of linch.

Synonyms

beating

abuse

bullying

Translations

linchar

lynchen

lyncher

lynchen

linciare

linchar

linxar

λιντσάρω

λυντσάρω

linç etmek

yargılamadan öldürmek

aufknüpfen

Lynchjustiz

Pronounced as (IPA)

/lɪnt͡ʃ/

Etymology

First attested 1835, from Lynch law, which appeared in 1811. There is a popular claim that it was named after William Lynch, but equally strong arguments would have it named after Charles Lynch. For the surname, see Lynch. Ultimately a possible doublet of linch.