garrote

Example:The killer used strangulation as a method to silence his victim.

Definition:The act of strangling someone, typically by pressure around the neck, to a point where they might lose consciousness or die.

Example:This ancient practice of necklacing has been replaced by more sophisticated forms of execution.

Definition:A type of torture and execution where a petrol-soaked car tire is placed on a person's neck and set alight, causing horrific injuries or death.