Thesaurus: beset

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1. imp. & p. p. of Beset
2. v. t. To set or stud (anything) with ornaments or prominent objects.
3. v. t. To hem in; to waylay; to surround; to besiege; to blockade.
4. v. t. To set upon on all sides; to perplex; to harass; -- said of dangers, obstacles, etc.
5. v. t. To occupy; to employ; to use up.
6. v. annoy continually or chronically
7. v. assail or attack on all sides
8. v. decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems)
9. v:100 v. assail or attack on all sides: "The zebra was beset by leopards"