attract

Etymology

From Latin attractus, past participle of attrahere (“to draw to, attract”), from ad (“to”) + trahere (“to draw”).

verb

1. (transitive) To pull toward without touching.
   A magnet attracts iron filings.
   The reason plaque forms isn’t entirely known, but it seems to be related to high levels of cholesterol inducing an inflammatory response, which can also attract and trap more cellular debris over time. 2013 July-August, Stephen P. Lownie, David M. Pelz, “Stents to Prevent Stroke”, in American Scientist
2. (transitive) To draw by moral, emotional or sexual influence; to engage or fix, as the mind, attention, etc.; to invite or allure.
   Advertising is designed to attract customers.
   to attract admirers
   His big smile and brown eyes instantly attracted me.
3. (transitive) To incur.
   Using the minibar in a hotel room attracts additional charges.