immerse

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Immerse (verb) means to put something completely under the surface of a liquid. Example: “Immerse the fabric in cold water before washing.”

verb

To put something completely under the surface of a liquid.

"Immerse the fabric in cold water before washing."

To involve oneself completely in an activity or experience.

"She immersed herself in the local culture during her year abroad."

"He immersed himself in research for his new book."

How to use immerse

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo submerge something in liquid, or to become totally absorbed in an activity.

Common pairings

immerse yourself in immerse in water

Word forms

more immerse comparative, immersed past tense, immerses singular, most immerse superlative

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Etymology

From Latin immersus, past participle of immergere, from in- ("into") plus mergere ("to dip or plunge").

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Rhymes for immerse

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Frequently asked questions

What does “immerse” mean?

The word “immerse” means to put something completely under the surface of a liquid. In plain terms, to submerge something in liquid, or to become totally absorbed in an activity.

How do you pronounce “immerse”?

“Immerse” is pronounced ih-MURS (/ɪˈmɜɹs/ in IPA).

How do you use “immerse” in a sentence?

Here is “immerse” used in a sentence: “Immerse the fabric in cold water before washing.”

What part of speech is “immerse”?

“Immerse” is a verb.

Where does the word “immerse” come from?

The word “immerse” comes from Latin. From Latin immersus, past participle of immergere, from in- ("into") plus mergere ("to dip or plunge").

How many meanings does “immerse” have?

“Immerse” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to put something completely under the surface of a liquid.

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