Definition of Engulf
Engulf
en·gulf


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(verb)
to completely cover or surround something, often by flowing over it;

e.g. The floodwaters began to engulf the low-lying parts of the valley.

(verb)
to completely consume or swallow something by flowing around it and enclosing it;

e.g. Some white blood cells can engulf germs to stop them from causing illness in the body.



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