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Impale Definition & Meaning

impale
verb
  1. pierce with a sharp stake or point; "impale a shrimp on a skewer"
  2. kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole; "the enemies were impaled and left to die"

"Impale" in song lyrics

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  • "Riding the rhythm, these beats I impale"
    Praverb the Wyse — Freedom to Prevail
  • "to impale"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does impale mean?
pierce with a sharp stake or point; "impale a shrimp on a skewer" kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole; "the enemies were impaled and left to die"
What part of speech is impale?
Impale is a verb.
How many definitions does impale have?
Impale has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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