an iron collar formerly used in Spain to execute people by strangulation
something, especially a cord or wire, used for strangulation
to execute by strangulation
to kill using a garrote
The removal of a block or blockage.
To remove or clear a block or obstruction from.
In whist, to throw away a high card so as not to interrupt one's partner's long suit.
To free or make available.
To enable communication again, via telephone, instant messaging, etc., with (somebody previously blocked).