engage
/ɪnˈɡeɪd͡ʒ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: engages · engaging
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To interact socially. — To engross or hold the attention of; to keep busy or occupied.
Verb
Examples
Thus ſhall mankind his guardian care engage, / The promis'd father of the future age.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To interact socially. — To draw into conversation.
Verb
Examples
the difficult task of engaging him in conversation
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “engage” mean?
To interact socially. — To engross or hold the attention of; to keep busy or occupied.
Is “engage” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.