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Meaning of engrossing

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

engrossing

Pronunciation:/ɛnˈɡɹəʊsɪŋ//ɛnˈɡɹoʊsɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To write (a document) in large, aesthetic, and legible lettering; to make a finalized copy of.

  2. To buy up wholesale, especially to buy the whole supply of (a commodity etc.).

    Synonyms:corner the market
  3. To monopolize; to concentrate (something) in the single possession of someone, especially unfairly.

  4. To completely engage the attention of.

    Example: She seems to be completely engrossed in that book.

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of one who engrosses, or buys up wholesale.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Utterly consuming one's time and attention.

    Example: an engrossing documentary

    Synonyms:absorbingfascinating