Absorbed by contraption! (4)

I believe the answer is:

rapt

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'absorbed by contraption' is the definition.
'rapt' can be an answer for 'absorbed' (I've seen this in another clue). I'm not certain of the 'by contraption' bit.

'absorbed by contraption' is the wordplay.
'absorbed by' says the answer is hidden in the clue.
'RAPT' is hidden within 'contraption'.

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(Other definitions for rapt that I've seen before include "Enthralled, captivated" , "Spellbound in part" , "Fully engaged" , "Absorbed and enchanted" , "riveted" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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