scaphism

[ska-fiz-uhm]

scaphism Definition

an ancient Persian method of execution where the victim is trapped between two boats, force-fed milk and honey until developing diarrhea, and left to float on stagnant water while being devoured by insects.

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Summary: scaphism in Brief

The term 'scaphism' [ska-fiz-uhm] refers to an ancient Persian method of execution where the victim is trapped between two boats, force-fed milk and honey until developing diarrhea, and left to float on stagnant water while being devoured by insects.