Added 3 October 2026
engagement
/ɪnˈɡeɪd͡ʒ.mənt/ noun
In Latin: sponsālia Wiktionary
noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about engagement at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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An appointment, especially to speak or perform.
The lecturer has three speaking engagements this week.
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Connection or attachment.
Check the gears for full engagement before turning the handle.
- The feeling of being compelled, drawn in, connected to what is happening, interested in what will happen next.
Origin
From French engagement. Equivalent to engage + -ment.
From Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org (CC BY-SA)