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enthrall

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en·thrall

[en-thrawl]
verb (used with object)
1.
to captivate or charm: a performer whose grace, skill, and virtuosity enthrall her audiences.
2.
to put or hold in slavery; subjugate: to be enthralled by illusions and superstitions.
Also, inthral, inthrall.


Origin:
1570–80; en-1 + thrall

en·thrall·er, noun
en·thrall·ing·ly, adverb
en·thrall·ment, noun


1. spellbind, enchant, transport, enrapture.

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Example Sentences
  • Its complexity and depth reward contemplation, while its sensual aromas and flavors seduce and enthrall.
  • Books were freely available, it was known what would enthrall the theatergoers.
  • Magical illustrations, highlighted with metallic ink, make this a fantastic book that will enthrall children of all ages.
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enthral or enthrall (ɪnˈθrɔːl)
 
vb , (US) -thrals, -thralls, -thralling, -thralled
1.  to hold spellbound; enchant; captivate
2.  obsolete to hold as thrall; enslave
 
[C16: from en-1 + thrall]
 
enthrall or enthrall
 
vb
 
[C16: from en-1 + thrall]
 
en'thraller or enthrall
 
n
 
en'thralment or enthrall
 
n
 
en'thrallment or enthrall
 
n

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enthrall
also enthral, 1570s, from en- "make, put in" + thrall. Related: Enthralled (pp. adj.).
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