allurer

[uh-loor]

al·lure

1[uh-loor] verb, al·lured, al·lur·ing, noun
verb (used with object)
1.
to attract or tempt by something flattering or desirable.
2.
to fascinate; charm.
verb (used without object)
3.
to be attractive or tempting.

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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
noun
4.
fascination; charm; appeal.

Origin:
1375–1425; late Middle English aluren < Middle French alurer, equivalent to a- a-5 + lurer to lure

al·lur·er, noun
un·al·lured, adjective


1. entice, lure. 2. enchant, entrance, captivate. 4. glamor, attraction.

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allure (əˈljʊə, əˈlʊə)
 
vb
1.  (tr) to entice or tempt (someone) to a person or place or to a course of action; attract
 
n
2.  attractiveness; appeal: the cottage's allure was its isolation
 
[C15: from Old French alurer, from lure bait, lure]
 
al'lurement
 
n
 
al'lurer
 
n

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