Definition

To catch or trap something using a net or similar material, often making it difficult for the caught object to escape.

Example

The fisherman tried to inmesh the fish using a large net.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new game that can inmesh players in its story?

Yeah, I read it's really immersive and engaging!

I can't wait to try it out and see how it can inmesh me in the adventure.

I hope it lives up to the hype — it sounds like a lot of fun!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'inmesh' is formed from 'in-' (meaning into or within) and 'mesh' (from Old English 'mæsce', meaning to entangle or interweave). The word 'inmesh' means to entangle or interweave something into a mesh or network.

Memory Tip

Think of something being woven 'into' ('in-') a 'mesh' — that's how 'inmesh' describes the act of entangling or interweaving.

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