carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in; She pursued many activities; They engaged in a discussion
keep engaged; engaged the gears
consume all of ones attention or time; Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely
engage or hire for work; They hired two new secretaries in the department; How many people has she employed?
ask to represent; of legal counsel; I'm retaining a lawyer'
give to in marriage
get caught; make sure the gear is engaged'
carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns); Napoleon and Hitler waged war against all of Europe
[ Syn: wage ]
hire for work or assistance; engage aid, help, services, or support
[ Syn: enlist ]
engage for service under a term of contract; We took an apartment on a quiet street; Lets rent a car; Shall we take a guide in Rome?