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thrall

noun

/θrɔːl/

Meaning

The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.

He was in thrall to the powerful leader.

in thrall to

captivity, bondage, slavery, domination, control

freedom, independence, liberty

in thrall, held in thrall, thrall of power

A woman with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting her not to repeat it.

a job or profession; the action of taking control of a place

The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time; deep reflective thought.

a group of vehicles or ships traveling together, often for protection

The text of an opera or other long vocal work.

the loud rumbling or crashing noise heard after a lightning flash