definition of
spellbind

[1] #1 spellbind v. [fascinate, transfix, grip] to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe; "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra". wn

[2] #2 spellbind v. [magnetize, mesmerize, mesmerise, magnetise, bewitch] attract strongly, as if with a magnet; "She magnetized the audience with her tricks". wn

[3] #3 spellbind v. [entrance] put into a trance. wn