Verb > Serenade

(+ object) to sing or play a love song outdoors at night for (someone) He serenaded her from the garden below her window. — sometimes used figuratively The crickets serenaded us all night long.

Verb > Rebuff

To rebuff something, such as an offer or suggestion, is to reject or criticize it sharply. One can also rebuff a person by rudely rejecting or refusing them. When their request was immediately rebuffed by upper management, the staff was Read More …

Verb > Hoist

(+ object) to raise (something) especially by using ropes or machinery hoist the sail/flag The steel girders were hoisted into place and securely welded. The engine was hoisted out with a winch. The cargo was hoisted up onto the ship.

Noun > Lodestone

When used literally, lodestone refers to the mineral magnetite, a magnetic iron ore. Lodestone is also used figuratively to refer to something that, like a magnet, strongly attracts things. The city is a lodestone for aspiring musicians of all genres.