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engross

The correct spelling is engross.

How to pronounce engross

/ɛnˈɡɹəʊs/
verb

IPA: /ɛnˈɡɹəʊs/

Say it like: Eng-ros-s

The correct spelling is engross. To write (a document) in large, aesthetic, and legible lettering; to make a finalized copy of. For example: "She seems to be completely engrossed in that book."

Usage Examples

She seems to be completely engrossed in that book.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To write (a document) in large, aesthetic, and legible lettering; to make a finalized copy of.
  2. 2.To buy up wholesale, especially to buy the whole supply of (a commodity etc.).
  3. 3.To monopolize; to concentrate (something) in the single possession of someone, especially unfairly.
  4. 4.To completely engage the attention of.
  5. 5.To thicken; to condense.

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