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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
Derived Forms
- engrossedly, adverb
- ˈDz, noun
- ˈDz, adjective
Other yvlog Forms
- ·Dz· noun
- ··Dz verb (used with object)
yvlog History and Origins
Origin of engross1
yvlog History and Origins
Origin of engross1
Example Sentences
Author Bill Bryson, who chaired the judges, called it "an enthralling, engrossing story of survival and the resilience of the human spirit".
At the J. Paul Getty Museum, the first Los Angeles museum survey of Caillebotte’s paintings in 30 years brings the atypical subject to the foreground in engrossing ways.
Spanish third seed Alcaraz became increasingly animated as he struggled to figure out how to turn an engrossing contest back in his favour.
It was written more than 30 years ago, and it’s more engrossing than you’d think from its title.
The amalgamation of memory, historical fact and artifice yield an engrossing incantation.
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