ingulf

/ɪŋɡʌlf/

Definitions

1. verb

to swallow or engulf completely, often in a sudden or overwhelming manner

“The massive wave was going to ingulf the entire beach, forcing everyone to evacuate.”

2. verb

to envelop or surround completely, often in a way that is difficult to escape or avoid

“The dense fog was going to ingulf the city, making it impossible to navigate the streets.”

3. noun

the act of swallowing or engulfing completely, often in a sudden or overwhelming manner

“The ingulf of the ship by the massive wave was a terrifying sight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • devour
  • engulf
  • swallow

Antonyms

  • eject
  • expel