beset

beset has 8 senses in the JumbleFix dictionary. Letters: 5.

Definitions

• imp. & p. p.. of Beset
• v. t.. To set or stud (anything) with ornaments or prominent objects.
• v. t.. To hem in; to waylay; to surround; to besiege; to blockade.
• v. t.. To set upon on all sides; to perplex; to harass; -- said of dangers, obstacles, etc.
• v. t.. To occupy; to employ; to use up.
• v.. assail or attack on all sides: "The zebra was beset by leopards"
• v.. decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems)
• v.. annoy continually or chronically; "He is known to harry his staff when he is overworked"; "This man harasses his female co-workers"