Obs. Also 7 attraict. [Formed after F. attrait, in 17th c. attraict, but going back in spelling to L. attractus (4th decl.), the original of the Fr.] Attraction; chiefly in pl. attractive qualities, charms.
1633. Earl Manch., Al Mondo (1636), 198. Shee on her part corresponds, and with a willing assent glides after these attracts.
1671. Mrs. Behn, Amorous Prince, III. i. 364. Oh Madam ask your eyes, Those powerful attracts.
1673. H. Stubbe, Furth. Vind. Dutch War, 27. The Image of some Hero, which is all life, charm, and attraict.
