English dictionary
pall
/p/O/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a sudden numbing dread
Synonyms chillSource: WordNet 3.0
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burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped
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hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)
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Same as <u>Pawl</u>.
Source: webster1913
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An outer garment; a cloak mantle.
Source: webster1913
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Nausea.
Source: webster1913
verb
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become less interesting or attractive
Synonyms dullSource: WordNet 3.0
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cause to lose courage
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cover with a pall
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cause surfeit through excess though initially pleasing
Synonyms cloySource: WordNet 3.0
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cause to become flat
ExamplesPall the beer.
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lose sparkle or bouquet
ExamplesWine and beer can pall.
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lose strength or effectiveness; become or appear boring, insipid, or tiresome (to)
ExamplesThe course palled on her.
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lose interest or become bored with something or somebody
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To cloak.
Source: webster1913
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To become vapid, tasteless, dull, or insipid; to lose strength, life, spirit, or taste; as, the liquor <i>palls</i>.
Source: webster1913
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To make vapid or insipid; to make lifeless or spiritless; to dull; to weaken.
Source: webster1913