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(verb) pierce with a sharp stake or point; "impale a shrimp on a skewer" |
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Synonyms: empale, impale, spike |
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Related Words: pierce, pin, spear, thrust |
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(verb) to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe: "The eye of the Ancient Mariner fascinated the wedding guest." Burton; "The serpent fascinates its prey,..by the power of his eyes." Todd & Bowman |
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Synonyms: fascinate, grip, spellbind |
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Related Words: interest |
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