Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flames-engulf
verb
/fleɪmz ɪnˈɡʌlf/
Definition
To be surrounded or consumed by flames.
Examples
- The house was engulfed in flames after the fire broke out.
- As the forest fire spread, entire trees became engulfed in flames.
Meaning
When something is engulfed in flames, it means that it is completely covered or overwhelmed by fire.
Synonyms
- consume
- envelop
- swallow
- engulf
