immerses; immersed; immersing
1
: to put (something) in a liquid so that all parts are completely covered
Immerse the fabric completely in the dye.
2
: to make (yourself) fully involved in some activity or interest
She had immersed herself in writing short stories.
He immersed himself in the culture of the island.
—often used as (be) immersedHe became completely/totally immersed in their culture.
She was immersed in her work.
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“Immerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/immerse. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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