Structure used for hanging (7)

I believe the answer is:

gallows

(Other definitions for gallows that I've seen before include "Stage for hangings" , "Place of execution" , "Gibbet" , "Frame for execution" , "Black comedy or jokes" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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