engrossment
UK: ɪnˈɡrəʊsmənt | US: ɪnˈɡroʊsmənt
n. the state of being completely absorbed or occupied in something
n. (legal) the formal process of preparing a document in its final, legally binding form
The word "engrossment" originates from the Old French term "en gros," meaning "in large" or "wholesale." The prefix "en-" (from Latin "in") signifies "into," while "gross" (from Latin "grossus") means "large" or "whole." Over time, the term evolved to describe the act of absorbing one's full attention (as if taking something in its entirety) and, in legal contexts, the preparation of a document in its final, authoritative form. The suffix "-ment" nominalizes the action or result.
Her engrossment in the novel made her lose track of time.
The lawyer reviewed the engrossment of the contract before submission.
The audience watched the performance with deep engrossment.
Engrossment in work often leads to neglecting personal relationships.
The scribe was responsible for the engrossment of official decrees.