The act of torturing or executing someone by impaling them on a sharp stake.
(obsolete) In the sense of an enclosure, the calyx of a flower. In still older works, also spelt empalement (q.v.)
A space fenced in, such as by palings, possibly in the form of an enclosure or cup.
The joining of two coats of arms on one shield.
The act of one who, or that which, shoots.
The sport or activity of firing a gun or other weapon.
A sensation of darting pain.
An instance of shooting with a gun or other weapon.
A district in which people have the right to kill game with firearms.
Moving or growing quickly.
Of a pain, sudden and darting.