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engross
[en-grohs]
verb (used with object)
to occupy completely, as the mind or attention; absorb.
Their discussion engrossed his attention.
She is engrossed in her work.
Synonyms: , ,to write or copy in a clear, attractive, large script or in a formal manner, as a public document or record.
to engross a deed.
to acquire the whole of (a commodity), in order to control the market; monopolize.
engross
/ ɪnˈɡrəʊsɪdlɪ, ɪnˈɡrəʊs /
verb
to occupy one's attention completely; absorb
to write or copy (manuscript) in large legible handwriting
law to write or type out formally (a deed, agreement, or other document) preparatory to execution
another word for corner
Other 51Թ Forms
- engrosser noun
- reengross verb (used with object)
- engrossedly adverb
- ˈDz noun
- ˈDz adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of engross1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of engross1
Example Sentences
Australia's bid to win back-to-back World Test Championships ended in disappointment after they lost an engrossing final to South Africa at Lord's.
Their children were engrossed in a movie in the living room.
Australia's bowlers fought back after they were bowled out for a modest total by South Africa as 14 wickets fell on an engrossing first day of the World Test Championship final.
It was a final so engrossing that the Spanish national football team huddled around a mobile phone to watch before their Nations League meeting with Portugal.
One surprising element of the show is several engrossing display cases with zines and memorabilia of daily life during those fraught days.
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