tr.v. lynched, lynch·ing, lynch·es To punish (a person) without legal process or authority, especially by hanging, for a perceived offense or as an act of bigotry. [From LYNCH LAW.] lyncher n. lynching n. |
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Irish political leader who served as prime minister of Ireland (1966-1973 and 1977-1979). |
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