engulf engulf /ɪnˈgʌlf/

verb

1. () Devote (oneself) fully to  ( plunge , soak up , ingulf [Archaic] , absorb , engross , engulf , immerse , steep )
   devote (oneself) fully to
    He immersed himself into his studies
   He immersed himself into his studies
   
2. () Flow over or cover completely  ( ingulf [Archaic] , engulf )
   flow over or cover completely
    The bright light engulfed him completely
   The bright light engulfed him completely