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at•tract

Pronunciation: (u-trakt'), [key]
—v.t.
1. to draw by a physical force causing or tending to cause to approach, adhere, or unite; pull (opposed to repel): The gravitational force of the earth attracts smaller bodies to it.
2. to draw by appealing to the emotions or senses, by stimulating interest, or by exciting admiration; allure; invite: to attract attention; to attract admirers by one's charm.

—v.i.
to possess or exert the power of attraction.

Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.

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