1 come up or out into view, esp. when formerly concealed.
2 come up out of a liquid.
3 (of facts, circumstances, etc.) come to light, become known, esp. as a result of inquiry etc.
4 become recognized or prominent (emerged as a leading contender).
5 (of a question, difficulty, etc.) become apparent.
6 survive (an ordeal etc.) with a specified result (emerged unscathed).
Derivatives:
emergence n.
Etymology: L emergere emers- (as E-, mergere dip)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.