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transfix

DEFINITIONS OF: transfix

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v to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe

Synonyms:
fascinate, grip, spellbind
Type of:
interest
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of

v pierce with a sharp stake or point

Synonyms:
empale, impale, spike
Types:
pin
pierce with a pin
spear
pierce with a spear
skewer, spit
drive a skewer through
Type of:
pierce, thrust
penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument
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