engagement
/ɪnˈɡeɪd͡ʒ.mənt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: engagements
Sense 1
Meaning · English
An appointment, especially to speak or perform.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Một cuộc hẹn, đặc biệt là để nói hoặc biểu diễn
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Noun
Examples
The lecturer has three speaking engagements this week.
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
Connection or attachment.
Noun
Examples
Check the gears for full engagement before turning the handle.
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 “engagement” mean?
An appointment, especially to speak or perform.
Is “engagement” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.