engaged
Americanadjective
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busy or occupied; involved.
deeply engaged in conversation.
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pledged to be married; betrothed.
an engaged couple.
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under engagement; pledged.
an engaged contractor.
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entered into conflict with.
desperately engaged armies.
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Mechanics.
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(of wheels) in gear with each other.
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Architecture. (of a distinct member) built so as to be truly or seemingly attached in part to the structure before which it stands.
an engaged column.
adjective
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pledged to be married; betrothed
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employed, occupied, or busy
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architect built against or attached to a wall or similar structure
an engaged column
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(of a telephone line) already in use
Other Word Forms
- engagedly adverb
- engagedness noun
- unengaged adjective
Etymology
Origin of engaged
Example Sentences
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Kulibayev's lawyers told us he has never engaged in bribery or corruption, and the funds used to acquire Sunninghill Park were entirely legitimate.
From BBC
“We have engaged the world’s leading commodity marketers and key banks to execute and provide financial support for these crude oil and crude products sales,” the Department added.
From Barron's
Goldman and Apple engaged with a range of possible suitors, from large credit-card issuers such as American Express, Capital One and Synchrony Financial to fintechs and private-credit shops, people familiar with the matter have said.
Community organizer Rae Huang, who is running from Bass’ left, has offered her own critique, saying the mayor has engaged in too much finger-pointing.
From Los Angeles Times
Community organizer Rae Huang, who is running from Bass’ left, has offered her own critique, saying the mayor has engaged in too much finger-pointing.
From Los Angeles Times
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