Definition of STONING (Meaning of STONING), a 7 Letter Word

Pronunciation:		st'owning


WordNet Dictionary

	Definition:	[n] pelting with stones; punishment inflicted by throwing stones at the victim (even unto death)

STONING is a 7 letter word that starts with S.
	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).