engagement (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/
Definition
A formal agreement to marry someone.
Examples
They celebrated their engagement with a small ceremony.
He gave her a beautiful ring to mark their engagement.
Her parents were thrilled about her engagement to the doctor.
How to Use engagement
- engagement to (prepositional phrase)
- The formal agreement to marry a specific person. — "Her engagement to the wealthy businessman surprised many."
- engagement with (prepositional phrase)
- Involvement or interaction with a person, group, or activity. — "The company aims for greater customer engagement with its social media campaigns."
- prior engagement (collocation)
- An existing appointment or commitment that prevents one from accepting another. — "I cannot attend the meeting as I have a prior engagement."
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