engulf
US /ɪnˈɡʌlf/
UK /ɪnˈɡʌlf/
动词
1.
吞噬, 淹没, 包围
to swallow up or overwhelm by flowing over and enclosing
示例:
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The floodwaters quickly engulfed the small village.
洪水迅速吞没了小村庄。
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Flames engulfed the building, leaving nothing but ashes.
火焰吞噬了建筑物，只剩下灰烬。
2.
笼罩, 吞没, 使沉浸
to affect someone very strongly
示例:
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A wave of sadness engulfed her as she heard the news.
听到这个消息，一阵悲伤涌上她的心头。
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The entire city was engulfed in a festive mood.
整个城市都沉浸在节日气氛中。