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shriv•el
Pronunciation: (shriv'ul), [key]—
v.t., v.i., -eled, -el•ing or (esp. Brit.) -elled, -el•ling.
1. to contract and wrinkle, as from great heat, cold, or dryness.
2. to wither; make or become helpless or useless.
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