boeien

Definitions of boeien
  1. verb
    restrain with fetters
    synonyms: ketenen, paternosteren, vastketenen
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    type of:
    vasthouden
    to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement
  2. verb
    fasten or secure with chains
    synonyms: ketenen, paternosteren, vastketenen
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    type of:
    beleggen, vangen, vastleggen, vastzetten, zetten
    cause to be firmly attached
  3. verb
    to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
    synonyms: pakken
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    type of:
    belangstellen, interesseren
    excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
  4. verb
    cause to be interested or curious
    synonyms: pakken
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    type of:
    interesseren
    be of importance or consequence
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