transpierce Meaning, Definition & Usage

Trans*pierce" transitive verb

Etymology

Pref. trans- + pierce: cf. F. transpercer.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Transpierced ; present participle & verbal noun Transpiercing

Definitions

1. To pierce through; to penetrate; to permeate; to pass through.

   The sides transpierced return a rattling sound. Dryden.