Impale
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪmˈpeɪl/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Impale is a verb meaning (transitive) To pierce (something) with any long, pointed object.
Meaning
(transitive) To pierce (something) with any long, pointed object.
More Meanings
- (transitive, heraldry) To place two coats of arms side by side on the same shield (often those of two spouses upon marriage).
- (ambitransitive) To pierce with a pale; to put to death by fixing on a sharp stake.
- (ambitransitive) To enclose or fence with stakes.
Example Sentences
[T]he Tovvne is impailed about halfe a mile compaſſe.
Word Forms
- impales
- impaling
- impaled
Synonyms for impale
Depending on context, synonyms include fix, stake, stick, run through, transfix, pale.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spike, stake, empale, transfix, stab, gore.
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