immersed; immersing
1
: to plunge into something that surrounds or covers
especially
: to plunge or dip into a fluid
Immerse the fabric completely.
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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Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
Salt water contains healing minerals and the sensation of immersing yourself in water has been found to be relaxing.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
As the series continues, the audience is immersed in the favelas, the low-income communities tucked into the city’s hillsides, which overlook the glittering towers of the wealthiest residents.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
Spend your days immersed in scenic hubs like the polished boutiques of Östermalm or the leafy island of Stora Essingen, soaking in the rich sense of Scandi-chic that should inspire you long after your trip ends.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
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“Immerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immerse. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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immerse
verb
im·merse
im-ˈərs 
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
noun
-ˈər-zhən,
-shən
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