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Meaning of the word engage in English

What does engage mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

engage

US /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/
UK /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/
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Verb

1.

to occupy or attract someone's interest or attention

Example:
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The story was so captivating that it fully engaged my attention.
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It's important to engage students in the learning process.
Synonym:
attractcaptivateabsorbinvolveparticipate
2.

to establish a meaningful contact or connection with someone

Example:
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It's important to engage with your audience.
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He found it difficult to engage with his new colleagues.
Synonym:
interactconnectrelatecommunicate
3.

to become involved in a conversation or discussion

Example:
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She refused to engage in gossip.
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He tried to engage him in a debate.
Synonym:
participatetake partget involvedembark on
4.

to hire someone for a job or service

Example:
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They decided to engage a new consultant.
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The company will engage more staff next quarter.
Synonym:
hireemployrecruitappoint
5.

to become interlocked or mesh (of mechanical parts)

Example:
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The gears failed to engage properly.
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Press the clutch to engage the first gear.
Synonym:
meshinterlockconnectjoin
6.

to enter into a formal agreement or contract

Example:
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They decided to engage in a partnership.
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He was engaged to be married next month.
Synonym:
undertakecommitpledgebetroth

Adjective

1.

occupied; busy

Example:
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The line is engaged.
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He was engaged in a deep conversation.
Synonym:
occupiedbusyinvolvedcommitted
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