What is another word for pranger?
Pronunciation: [pɹˈe͡ɪnd͡ʒə] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the German word "pranger", which refers to a medieval punishment device used for public shaming. Some synonyms include "pillory", "stocks", "cucking stool", and "gallows." These devices were used to punish people for various crimes and misdemeanors, such as theft, fraud, and adultery. The accused would be placed in the device and publicly humiliated, often with the addition of physical punishment. While these types of punishments are no longer used in most countries today, the concept of public shaming and humiliation still exists in some forms, such as online shaming and cancel culture.
