oblectō — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
oblectō is used for these senses in English:
- amuse (transitive) To entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.
- delight To give delight to; to affect with great pleasure; to please highly.
- enjoy oneself To take pleasure in something; to have feelings of enjoyment.
- entertain (transitive, and, intransitive) to have someone over at one's home for a party or visit
- entertain (obsolete) to take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep
amuse — full definition
- verb To entertain someone or make them laugh or smile.
- verb To occupy someone’s attention pleasantly, keeping them busy or distracted.
delight — full definition
- noun A feeling of great pleasure or joy.
- verb To give someone great pleasure or joy.