engagement

Definitions

• (countable) An appointment, especially to speak or perform.
• (uncountable) Connection or attachment.
• (uncountable) The feeling of being compelled, drawn in, connected to what is happening, interested in what will happen next.
• (countable) The period of time when marriage is planned or promised.
• (countable) In any situation of conflict, an actual instance of active hostilities.
• (fencing) The point at which the fencers are close enough to join blades, or to make an effective attack during an encounter.