Emily Dickinson Lexicon

THRILL, v.t.

1. To pierce; to penetrate; as something sharp; particularly, to cause a tingling sensation that runs through the system with a slight shivering; as, a sharp sound thrills through the whole frame. Addison. A faint cold fear thrills through my veins. Shak.
2. To feel a sharp shivering sensation running through the body. To seek sweet safety out / In vaults and prisons; and to thrill and shake. Shak.