1. A mutual promise to marry; SYN. troth, engagement.
2. The act of becoming betrothed or engaged; SYN. espousal.
ETYM Cf. French engagement.
1. A job for performers or performing groups that lasts for a limited period of time; SYN. booking.
2. Contact by fitting together; SYN. mesh, meshing, interlocking.
3. Sharing the activities of a group; SYN. participation, involvement.
4. The period preceding marriage after the couple has become engaged.