submerse

/səbˈmɜrs/
verb
  1. To put something completely under the surface of a liquid; to sink or plunge.
    • The diver prepared to submerse herself in the clear blue water.
    • He carefully submersed the camera in the tank to film the fish.
    • The floodwaters submersed the entire ground floor of the house.
  2. To become completely involved or absorbed in an activity or state.
    • The artist submerses herself in her work for hours without a break.
    • After the long trip, he submersed himself in a hot bath to relax.
    • She submersed herself in her studies to prepare for the exam.
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