engross
US /ɪnˈɡroʊs/
UK /ɪnˈɡroʊs/
1.
assorbire, catturare
absorb all the attention or interest of
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The novel was so captivating that it completely engrossed her.
Il romanzo era così avvincente che la assorbì completamente.
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His new hobby seems to engross all his free time.
Il suo nuovo hobby sembra assorbire tutto il suo tempo libero.
2.
trascrivere, redigere in bella copia
write or copy out (a document) in a large clear hand
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The clerk was tasked to engross the final version of the contract.
Il cancelliere fu incaricato di redigere la versione finale del contratto in bella copia.
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The ancient manuscript was carefully engrossed by the monks.
L'antico manoscritto fu accuratamente trascritto dai monaci.