Definition of Transfix
Transfix
trans·fix


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to make someone temporarily unable to move as though they have been pierced, typically as a response to wonder, surprise/shock, or horror;

e.g. The beauty of the cathedral was great enough to transfix her when she first saw it.

(verb)
to piece or impale something/someone with a sharp or pointed tool/weapon;

e.g. He tried to transfix a fish from the stream using his spear.



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