Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Compel (-led, -leth, -ling)
compel (-led, -leth, -ling), v. [OFr < L. compell-ere, to drive.] (webplay: circumstances, house).
- Require; force; oblige; urge.
- Encourage; prod; command.
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