Definition of Engagement
Engagement
en·gage·ment
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a formal promise or commitment to get married, or the amount of time for which such a commitment lasts;
e.g. Please join us for a special dinner celebrating Jack's engagement to my sister.
(noun)
an appointment to be present or do something at a particular place and time;
e.g. I already have an engagement on Friday night, so I can't meet you then.
(noun)
the state of participating in something or being involved (engaged) in it, especially of being involved in a military battle;
e.g. He didn't want his engagement in the controversy to affect his chances of getting the promotion.
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