ENGAGES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

keep engaged

Example: engaged the gears

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

get caught

Example: make sure the gear is engaged

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Verb

engage for service under a term of contract

Example: We took an apartment on a quiet street; Let's rent a car; Shall we take a guide in Rome?

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

hire for work or assistance

Example: engage aid, help, services, or support

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Verb

carry out or participate in an activity

Example: be involved in; She pursued many activities; They engaged in a discussion

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Verb

carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns)

Example: Napoleon and Hitler waged war against all of Europe

Meaning 7

Part of speech: Verb

ask to represent

Example: of legal counsel; I'm retaining a lawyer

Meaning 8

Part of speech: Verb

engage or hire for work

Example: They hired two new secretaries in the department; How many people has she employed?

Meaning 9

Part of speech: Verb

consume all of one's attention or time

Example: Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely

Meaning 10

Part of speech: Verb

give to in marriage