engulf
definition
to surround or cover completely
example
The forest fire began to engulf everything in its path, leaving nothing but ashes behind.
synonyms
envelopimmerseswallow
word origin — The word 'engulf' originates from the Middle English 'engulfen', which is a blend of 'en-' (to cause to be) and 'gulfen' (to swallow), derived from the Old Norse 'gulf', meaning 'to swallow'.