Pronunciation: [stˈə͡ʊnɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "stoning" is spelled with the letter "s" followed by a "t" and an "o" that make the /stɔ/ sound. The next letter is "n" which is pronounced /n/. Finally, the letters "i" and "ng" combine to create the /ɪŋ/ sound. Thus, "stoning" is spelled as /ˈstoʊnɪŋ/ in IPA transcription. This word refers to a brutal form of punishment where individuals are executed by being pelted with stones.
Stoning is a method of execution and punishment that involves throwing stones at an individual until they are killed. It is a form of capital punishment that has been practiced in several cultures and regions throughout history.
In a stoning, the person being punished is usually buried up to their waist or chest in a public area, with their hands and feet restrained. The community members then gather around and throw stones at the individual with the intent to cause injury or death. The stones used can range from small rocks to large stones or boulders. The severity and speed of the punishment can vary, with some stonings being prolonged and agonizing.
Stoning is primarily associated with certain interpretations of religious laws within certain countries and societies. These interpretations often advocate for the punishment of individuals found guilty of crimes such as adultery, blasphemy, apostasy, or homosexuality. However, it is important to note that stoning is not practiced uniformly across all regions that follow these religious beliefs, as its legality and use can vary.
The act of stoning is highly controversial and widely condemned by human rights organizations and many nations due to its inhumane nature and violation of basic human rights. The practice has sparked numerous debates regarding religious freedom, capital punishment, and the treatment of individuals within societies.
The act of one who stone's by pelting; the act of separating the fruit from the hard kernel or kernels.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "stoning" derives from the verb "stone". The verb "stone" can be traced back to the Old English word "stanian" and the Proto-Germanic word "stainōną". In essence, "stone" refers to the act of forcefully pelting someone or something with stones, typically as a form of punishment or execution. The noun form, "stoning", refers to the act or process of stoning someone.
