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Engross

ɪnˈɡrəʊs

Engross definitions

verb

Inflections:

engross engrossed engrosses engrossing

absorb all the attention or interest of

"they seemed to be engrossed in conversation"

Synonyms:
absorbed involved immersed caught up rapt interested absorbing involving engaging riveting gripping captivating compelling compulsive irresistible arresting interesting fascinating intriguing enthralling spellbinding entrancing bewitching beguiling hypnotic mesmeric preoccupy absorb engage
produce (a legal document, especially a deed or statute) in its final form

"the solicitors will submit a draft conveyance and engross the same after approval"

Synonyms:
copy reproduce type (out)
gain or keep exclusive possession of (something)

"the country had made the best of its position to engross trade"