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trans·fix
 transfix
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- pronunciation:
- traenz
fIks
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
transfixes, transfixing, transfixed |
| definition 1: |
to pierce through with, or as though with, something sharply pointed; impale.
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| definition 2: |
to fix in place or hold motionless by, or as though by, impaling.
The rabbit was transfixed by the snake's stare. |
| related words: |
bewitch, enthrall, fascinate, hold, intrigue, knife, mesmerize, penetrate, pin, snag, stab, stick |
| derivation: |
transfixion (n.) |
The word transfix
contains the following parts:
tra-, trans-
Latin
prefix
that means across, over, to the other side
  Example words:
transatlantic, transfer, transform, transit, transition, translate, translucent, transmit, transparent, transpire, transplant, transport
fix
Latin
root
that means fasten, attach
Example words:
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