Drumhead (Adjective)
Meaning
Performed speedily and without formality; "a summary execution"; "summary justice".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The suspects were brought to a drumhead court-martial and sentenced within an hour, with no opportunity for appeal.
- The corrupt official was subjected to drumhead proceedings, which barely lasted long enough for him to acknowledge his crimes.
- The rebels were accused of meting out drumhead justice to anyone who disagreed with their cause.
- The tyrannical government conducted drumhead trials, where defendants were railroaded through the system with little chance of fair representation.
- After the coup, the new rulers implemented drumhead courts to promptly dispense with opponents and perceived threats.