Also means
tipped over, dumped
Usage Note
Volcado as an adjective meaning 'dedicated' or 'absorbed in something' comes from the reflexive verb volcarse en (to throw oneself into something) — está volcado en su proyecto (he is totally absorbed in his project). The literal past participle of volcar (to tip over) gives the alternative sense of 'overturned'. Context clearly separates the two uses.
Examples
"Está completamente volcado en su trabajo."
Natural Translation
He is completely absorbed in his work.
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