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Meaning of STONING

Pronunciation:  st'owning

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  pelting with stones; punishment inflicted by throwing stones at the victim (even unto death)
 
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 Synonyms: lapidation
 
 See Also: corporal punishment

 

 

Easton Bible Dictionary
 
 Definition: 

a form of punishment (Lev. 20:2; 24:14; Deut. 13:10; 17:5; 22:21) prescribed for certain offences. Of Achan (Josh. 7:25), Naboth (1 Kings 21), Stephen (Acts 7:59), Paul (Acts 14:19; 2 Cor. 11:25).

 
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