impale

UK /ɪmˈpeɪl/ US /ɪmˈpeɪl/
verb 4

Definitions

verb

1

To pierce (something) with any long, pointed object.

2

To place two coats of arms side by side on the same shield (often those of two spouses upon marriage).

3

To pierce with a pale; to put to death by fixing on a sharp stake.

4

To enclose or fence with stakes.

[T]he Tovvne is impailed about halfe a mile compaſſe.

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