paralyse

CEFRB2

/ˈpɛrəˌlaɪz/

verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To make someone or something unable to move or act.

  2. 02

    verb

    Extra detail

    British standard spelling of paralyze.

Examples

  • Many venomous animals paralyse their prey.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

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Question 1 · Quick check

The powerful venom from the snake can blank its prey within a few minutes.

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