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engrossed

eng·ros·sed

US/ɛnˈɡɹoʊst/ uncommon

adjective

1.

wholly absorbed as in thought

  • “deep in thought”
  • “that engrossed look or rapt delight”
  • “the book had her totally engrossed”
  • “enwrapped in dreams”
  • “so intent on this fantastic...narrative that she hardly stirred” Walter de la Mare
  • “rapt with wonder”
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2.

written formally in a large clear script, as a deed or other legal document

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  • engrossed amendment

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