Meaning of the word submerge in English

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

submerge

US /səbˈmɝːdʒ/
UK /səbˈmɜːdʒ/
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Verb

1.

to go under the surface of water or another liquid

Example:
The submarine began to submerge as it left the harbor.
The fields were submerged by the floodwaters.
2.

to completely cover or hide something

Example:
She tried to submerge her feelings of guilt.
Individual identities are often submerged in a large corporation.