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SEIZING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 14 meanings of the word Seizing.

How to pronounce seizing:

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Seizing - as a noun

Small stuff that is used for lashing two or more ropes together

The act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
graspingprehensiontaking hold
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
control
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Seizing - as a verb

To deliberately take hold of; to grab or capture.

To take advantage of (an opportunity or circumstance).

To take possession of (by force, law etc.).

Example: "To seize a ship after libeling"

To have a sudden and powerful effect upon.

Example: "A fever seized him"

To bind, lash or make fast, with several turns of small rope, cord, or small line.

Example: "To seize or stop one rope on to another"

To fasten, fix.

To lay hold in seizure, by hands or claws (+ on or upon).

Example: "To seize on the neck of a horse"

To have a seizure.

To bind or lock in position immovably; see also seize up.

Example: "Rust caused the engine to seize, never to run again."

To submit for consideration to a deliberative body.

(with of) to cause (an action or matter) to be or remain before (a certain judge or court).

Example: "This court will remain seized of this matter."

Seizing - as an adjective

That seizes the attention; impressive.

Example Sentences

"The seizing army marched into the city triumphantly."
"She had a seizing pain in her stomach."
"The seizing moment was captured on camera."
"The seizing hands of the clock signaled the end of the match."
"He made a seizing grab for the last piece of cake."
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Word Game Points

Is SEIZING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, seizing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SEIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is SEIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, seizing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SEIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is SEIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, seizing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SEIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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