Videoimpaler

The word impaler refers to a person or thing that pierces or transfixes something with a sharp, pointed object. While often associated with historical figures and gruesome methods of execution, it also applies to mechanical tools and figurative situations. This lesson explores the historical context of the term, its mechanical applications, and related idioms like being impaled on a point of contradiction. Watch this video to master the usage and nuances of this powerful noun.

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An impaler uses a long spear to pierce a straw target.