engrossed meaning and definition

ENGROSSED adjective

Definition of engrossed (adjective)

1. giving or marked by complete attention to
   • "that engrossed look or rapt delight"; "then wrapped in dreams"; "so intent on this fantastic...narrative that she hardly stirred"- Walter de la Mare; "rapt with wonder"; "wrapped in thought"
   • synonyms: absorbed, captive, enwrapped, intent, wrapped
2. written formally in a large clear script, as a deed or other legal document