v. Function: verb
1 to come into contact and interlock with FF1C; the teeth of one gear wheel engaging those of another FF1E;
Synonyms: intermesh, mesh
Related Words: interact, interlace, interlock, interplay
Contrasted Words: free, release
Antonyms: disengage
2
Synonyms: PROMISE 1, pass, pledge, undertake
Related Words: commit; bind, tie; affiance, betroth, troth
3
Synonyms: EMPLOY 2, hire, put on, take on
Contrasted Words: dismiss, eject, fire
Antonyms: discharge
4 to hold the attention of FF1C; the puzzle engaged him all evening FF1E;
Synonyms: busy, engross, immerse, occupy, soak
Related Words: absorb, imbue, involve; arrest, captivate, enthrall, fascinate, grip; monopolize, preengage, preoccupy
5 to enter into contest or conflict with FF1C; ordered to seek out and engage the enemy fleet FF1E;
Synonyms: encounter, face, meet, take on
Related Words: assault, attack, strike; battle, fight
Idioms: do battle with, join battle with
Contrasted Words: elude, escape, evade