First Known Use: 1560
Dictionary
strappado
noun strap·pa·do \stra-ˈpā-(ˌ)dō, -ˈpä-\
Definition of STRAPPADO
: a punishment or torture in which the subject is hoisted by rope and allowed to fall its full length; also : a machine used to inflict this torture
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of STRAPPADO
modification of Italian strappata, literally, sharp pull
Learn More About STRAPPADO
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: strappanPrevious Word in the Dictionary: strap oysterAll Words Near: strappado
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up strappado? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).