Associations to the word «Engulf»

Wiktionary

ENGULF, verb. (transitive) To overwhelm.
ENGULF, verb. (transitive) To surround; to cover.

Dictionary definition

ENGULF, verb. Devote (oneself) fully to; "He immersed himself into his studies".
ENGULF, verb. Flow over or cover completely; "The bright light engulfed him completely".

Wise words

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