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engross

/ɛnˈɡɹəʊs/ /ɛnˈɡɹoʊs/

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verb

To write (a document) in large, aesthetic, and legible lettering; to make a finalized copy of.

Examples :

"The calligrapher engrossed the invitation in elegant, flowing script for the wedding. "

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verb

To buy up wholesale, especially to buy the whole supply of (a commodity etc.).

Examples :

"The supermarket chain engrossed all the available organic avocados, leaving none for the smaller grocery stores. "

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verb

To monopolize; to concentrate (something) in the single possession of someone, especially unfairly.

Examples :

"The corporation tried to engross the entire market for organic milk, leaving small farmers with no way to compete. "

action business economy organization

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verb

To completely engage the attention of.

Examples :

"She seems to be completely engrossed in that book."

mind sensation entertainment action

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verb

To thicken; to condense.

Examples :

"The chef needed to engross the sauce by simmering it longer to reduce its water content and make it thicker. "

chemistry material

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verb

To make gross, thick, or large; to thicken; to increase in bulk or quantity.

Examples :

"The baker let the dough rest to engross, hoping it would double in size before he baked the bread. "

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verb

Examples :

"The company president engrossed a large sum of money in the company's coffers over the past five years. "

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