Meaning of fáisc | Babel Free

Definitions

1. to squeeze, compress
2. to wring, press
3. to bind closely, tighten
4. to extort
5. to dress oneself hurriedly
6. to press on, towards, attack
7. to brace

Examples

“Do riug sé lomabharróg uirthi agus d’fháisc le n‑a chroidhe í agus do thug deocha póg di: “Tá an méid sin déanta go h‑anamhaith agat, a Mháire”, ar seisean.”

He gave her a tight hug and squeezed her to his heart and gave her a smothering of kisses: “You have done so much very well, Máire,” he said.

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