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.
a court order authorising an officer to carry a judgment into execution.
a court order authorising an officer to seize and sell the judgment debtor's property in order to pay his judgment debt.