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Engaged

Eh-NGAYJD

/ɛˈnɡeɪdʒd/

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engaged

Dictionary meaning

Having ones attention or mind or energy engaged.

Examples

  • Engaged columns.
  • The carpenter engaged (or employed) for the job is sick.

Synonyms: occupied

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