engross
to occupy completely, as the mind or attention; absorb: Their discussion engrossed his attention.She is engrossed in her work.
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.
Origin of engross
1Other words for engross
Other words from engross
- en·gross·er, noun
- re·en·gross, verb (used with object)
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British Dictionary definitions for engross
/ (ɪnˈɡrəʊs) /
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 (def. 21b)
Origin of engross
1Derived forms of engross
- engrossed, adjective
- engrossedly (ɪnˈɡrəʊsɪdlɪ), adverb
- engrosser, noun
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