absorb oneself in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To become preoccupied by (some topic or activity).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “absorb oneself in” mean?
To become preoccupied by (some topic or activity).
Is “absorb oneself in” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.