gallows vs halter

gallows and halter both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
gallows	Yes	No	No	No
halter	Yes	No	Yes	No

gallows (noun)	halter (noun)
an instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which a condemned person is executed by hanging	either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight
	a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered
	rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading
	a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging

gallows (verb)	halter (verb)
	prevent the progress or free movement of
	hang with a halter