Word Meaning

besets definition and meaning

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.

Crossword clues for besets

- Assail
- Assailed
- Attacked from all sides
- Beleaguered
- Besieged
- Harass persistently
- Surround
- Surrounded and harassed
- Under attack from all sides
- Under siege
- Encircles
- Gives trouble to
- Surrounds