Skewer

Noun

 * 1) A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.
 * 2)  A scenario in which a piece attacks a more valuable piece which, if it moves aside, reveals a less valuable piece.

Verb

 * 1) To impale on a skewer.
 * 2)  To attack a piece which has a less valuable piece behind it.

Thesaurus
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