

guillotined
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filibuster noun
/ˈfɪlɪbʌstə(ɹ)/ /ˈfɪləbʌstɚ/
A mercenary soldier; a freebooter; specifically, a mercenary who travelled illegally in an organized group from the United States to a country in Central America or the Spanish West Indies in the mid-19th century seeking economic and political benefits through armed force.
guillotine noun
/ˈɡiː.ə.tiːn/
A machine used for the application of capital punishment by decapitation, consisting of a tall upright frame from which is suspended a heavy diagonal-edged blade.
"The guillotine was a gruesome tool used in some historical executions. "
discussion noun
/dɪsˈkʊʃən/ /dɪˈskʌʃən/
Conversation or debate concerning a particular topic.
"My discussion with the professor was very enlightening."