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Definition of: beset
(bi·set′) v.t. be·set, be·set·ting
1. To attack on all sides; harass.
2. To hem in; encircle.
3. To set or stud with, as gems. See synonyms under ATTACK. [OE besettan]
—be·set′ment noun
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