immersed
Americanadjective
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plunged or sunk in or as if in a liquid.
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Biology. somewhat or wholly sunk in the surrounding parts, as an organ.
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Botany. growing under water.
adjective
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sunk or submerged
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(of plants) growing completely submerged in water
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(of a plant or animal organ) embedded in another organ or part
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involved deeply; engrossed
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Fourteen years after its conception, museumgoers will starting May 1 be able to walk the replica ship's decks, immersed in a giant, wrap-around LED display of star-studded night skies.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Through my friendship with Conor, I’ve immersed myself in the ever-growing VHS community of Los Angeles and beyond.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Through an alchemical synthesis of music, text and dramaturgy, the audience is immersed in the deepest feelings of its characters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Allan's management company said he had died "immersed in nature and surrounded by friends".
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
The only thing keeping us from feeling completely immersed is the sound of the crowd’s cheers all around us.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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