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26+ Words that rhyme with gallows

Gallows is a 2-syllable word with 26 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aloes, allhallows, disclose. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of gallows

noun
  1. an instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which a condemned person is executed by hanging

2 syllables

3 syllables

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Examples of "gallows" in lyrics

See how gallows is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "And adversaries who impose entity get roped on the gallows"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Hypnotic Prophets
  • "I speak for the black ancestors that's hanging from gallows"
    Chino XL — Talk to You
  • "Running from dark shadows and emotional gallows"
    Emanon — Blind Individuals

What do these rhymes mean?

allhallows
a Christian feast day honoring all the saints; first observed in 835
aloes
a purgative made from the leaves of aloe
bedclothes
coverings that are used on a bed
disclose
make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a
pilose
covered with hairs especially fine soft ones

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "gallows" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like aloes, allhallows, disclose create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "gallows" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with gallows?
Words that rhyme with gallows include: aloes, allhallows, disclose, bedclothes, pilose, xylose, enclose, inclose, ankylose, cellulose, and 16 more.
How many syllables does gallows have?
Gallows has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with gallows?
There are 26 words that rhyme with gallows: 26 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for gallows in a song?
The strongest rhymes for gallows in songwriting are aloes, allhallows, disclose. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with gallows?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with gallows include aloes, allhallows, disclose, bedclothes, pilose. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aloes, disclose; 1-syllable: allhallows, bedclothes; 2-syllable: underclothes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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