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Yes, pillory is playable

...and is worth 14 points.

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"Pillory" Definition

noun

A wooden framework on a post, with holes for the head and hands, in which offenders were formerly locked to be exposed to public scorn as punishment.
A device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked.
A means for exposing one to public scorn or ridicule.

verb-transitive

To expose to ridicule and abuse.
To put in a pillory as punishment.

verb

To set in a pillory as punishment.
To expose to public contempt, ridicule, or scorn.

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