enchain
Use Enchain in a sentence
verb (used with object)
1.
to bind in or as in chain or chains; fetter; restrain: to be enchained by ignorance and superstition.
2.
to hold fast, as the attention.
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enchain (ɪnˈtʃeɪn) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| 1. | to bind with chains |
| 2. | to hold fast or captivate (the attention, etc) |
| en'chainment | |
| —n | |
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Enchain
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Example sentences
His narrative, if it does not enchain, commends itself by moderation and dignity of tone.
Doubtless there will be a contest now which will enchain the attention of the whole country.
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