Definitions

1. noun

The state of being fully committed or involved in something, such as a relationship, activity, or event.

“The couple’s engagement was announced in the newspaper with a beautiful photo.”

2. noun

A formal agreement to get married, especially after becoming engaged to be married.

“The couple made a decision to end their engagement and instead get a divorce.”

3. noun

A state of being in a military or naval operation, often involving combat or other hostile activities.

“The country’s military forces were put on high alert due to the engagement with enemy forces.”

4. noun

A person’s participation or involvement in a particular activity or event.

“The engagement of the audience was evident throughout the entire concert.”

5. noun

A mechanical or electrical connection or attachment, especially a coupling or a clamp.

“The engineer carefully examined the engagement of the gears in the machine.”

6. verb

To become formally committed to marry someone, or to become involved or participate in an activity or event.

“The couple decided to engage in a charity run to raise funds for a good cause.”

7. verb

To attach or connect something mechanically or electrically, especially a coupling or a clamp.

“The engineer engaged the gears to test the machine’s performance.”