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hanged

HANGD
verb
1
Past tense of "hang" used specifically for execution by the neck.
"He was hanged at dawn for his crimes."

How to Use Hanged

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In plain EnglishThe past tense of "hang" reserved for executions, as opposed to "hung" for objects.

Common mistake

Use "hanged" only for people being executed; use "hung" for pictures, clothes, and other objects.

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