n. Function: noun
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Synonyms: PROMISE , plight, word
2 the act or state of being engaged to be married FF1C; the couple recently announced their engagement FF1E;
Synonyms: betrothal, betrothing, betrothment, espousal, troth
Related Words: pledge, plight, promise
Antonyms: disengagement
3 a promise to be in an agreed place at a specified time, usually for a particular purpose FF1C; had an engagement with him for nine that evening FF1E;
Synonyms: appointment, assignation, date, rendezvous, tryst
Related Words: arrangement, invitation; interview; get-together, meeting, visit
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Synonyms: EMPLOYMENT 4, engaging, hiring
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Synonyms: BATTLE , action