Meaning of engagement in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

noun

• An appointment, especially to speak or perform.

  Example: The lecturer has three speaking engagements this week.

• Connection or attachment.

  Example: Check the gears for full engagement before turning the handle.

• (by extension, about human emotional state) The feeling of being compelled, drawn in, connected to what is happening, interested in what will happen next.

• The period of time when marriage is planned or promised.

  Example: We are enjoying a long engagement, but haven't yet set a date.

• In any situation of conflict, an actual instance of active hostilities.

  Example: The engagement resulted in many casualties.

• The point at which the fencers are close enough to join blades, or to make an effective attack during an encounter.

  Example: After engagement it quickly became clear which of the fencers was going to prevail.