To capture and hold someone's complete attention or interest; to enchant or fascinate thoroughly.
From Middle English and Old French 'enthrall,' combining 'en-' (to put into) and 'thrall' (bondage, captivity). The meaning evolved from literal enslavement to metaphorical mental captivation.
This is the American English spelling (British prefer 'enthral')—and it perfectly captures how a great movie can make you forget you're sitting on a couch, totally enslaving your attention!
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