Meaning of the word engulfed in English

What does engulfed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

engulfed

US /ɪnˈɡʌlft/
UK /ɪnˈɡʌlft/

Verb

to completely surround or cover something

Example:
The small boat was quickly engulfed by the huge waves.
The city was engulfed in flames after the bombing.
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