seize
Because it is a word with a single syllable, seize is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofseize
- To deliberately take hold of; to grab or capture.
- To take advantage of (an opportunity or circumstance).
Synonyms: "jump on"
- To take possession of (by force, law etc.).
Synonyms: arrogate, commandeer, confiscate
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."
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