| 释义 |
engage in engage (one) in (something)1. To do some task or activity. In this usage, "engage in" is usually a set phrase. Dad is engaged in fixing the car, so he can't talk right now.2. To include or involve one in something. Phil is always making snide comments, but I refuse to let him engage me in an argument.3. To occupy one with a task or activity. See if you can engage the kids in a game this afternoon so that I can get some work done.See also: engageengage someone or something in something 1. . to make someone or a group busy doing something. She knew how to engage the boys in useful activity. The den mother engaged the scouts in a woodworking project. 2. to draw someone or something into something. The enemy sought to engage our troops in battle but failed. I tried to engage Gerald in conversation.See also: engageengage inv.1. To participate in some activity: The soldiers engaged in combat. The law students engaged in a mock trial.2. To involve or draw someone or something into some activity: I engaged the new student in conversation. I was engaged in deep thought when the fire alarm went off.See also: engage |