immerse

verb

im·​merse i-ˈmərs How to pronounce immerse (audio)
immersed; immersing

transitive verb

1
: to plunge into something that surrounds or covers
especially : to plunge or dip into a fluid
2
: engross, absorb
completely immersed in his work
3
: to baptize by immersion

Examples of immerse in a Sentence

Immerse the fabric completely in the dye. She had immersed herself in writing short stories. He immersed himself in the culture of the island.
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Six Senses Rome not only allows travelers to immerse in the city’s culture and history but also provides options for relaxation. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025 Travelers come from across the globe to hike the trails, gaze in awe at the falls and granite rockfaces, and immerse themselves in the enchantment of the park. AFAR Media, 11 July 2025 They’re immersed in the first major step of that transition from college to the pros, going through drills and practices in preparation for Las Vegas Summer League action, which tips off for the Hornets against the Utah Jazz at the Thomas & Mack Center on Friday night. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2025 Saltz emphasizes that neither parents nor children should immerse themselves in the news. Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for immerse

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin immersus, past participle of immergere, from in- + mergere to merge

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of immerse was in the 15th century

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“Immerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immerse. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

immerse

verb
im·​merse im-ˈərs How to pronounce immerse (audio)
immersed; immersing
1
: to plunge into something (as a fluid) that surrounds or covers
2
: to become completely involved in
immersed in a good book
immersion
-ˈər-zhən
-shən
noun

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