what is the meaning of gallous
galÂ·lows. n. pl. gallows or galÂ·lowsÂ·es. 1. a. A device usually consisting of two upright posts supporting a crossbeam from which a noose is suspended and used for execution by hanging; a gallows tree.alÂ·lows. n. pl. gallows or galÂ·lowsÂ·es. 1. a. A device usually consisting of two upright posts supporting a crossbeam from which a noose is suspended and used for execution by hanging; a gallows tree.