Death of One Who Defends Beliefs Despite Torture
Puzzle 8 of Jane Austen Hard Pack
Question is: Death of One Who Defends Beliefs Despite Torture
and the answer is: MARTYRDOM
Word Meaning:
MARTYRDOM — The condition of a martyr; the death or suffering of a martyr; the death or suffering on account of adherence to the Christian faith, or to any cause.
Definitions from Wiktionary.