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attract

The correct spelling is attract.

How to pronounce attract

/əˈtɹækt/
verb

IPA: /əˈtɹækt/

Say it like: Att-rac-t

The correct spelling is attract. To pull toward without touching. For example: "A magnet attracts iron filings."

Usage Examples

A magnet attracts iron filings.

Advertising is designed to attract customers.

to attract admirers;   His big smile and brown eyes instantly attracted me.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To pull toward without touching.
  2. 2.To arouse interest.
  3. 3.To draw by moral, emotional or sexual influence; to engage or fix, as the mind, attention, etc.; to invite or allure.

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