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encompass

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Main Entry:
en·com·pass Listen to the pronunciation of encompass
Pronunciation:
\in-ˈkəm-pəs, en- also -ˈkäm-\
Function:
transitive verb
Etymology:
Middle English
Date:
14th century
1 a: to form a circle about : enclose bobsolete : to go completely around2 a: envelop b: include, comprehend <a plan that encompasses a number of aims>3: bring about, accomplish <encompass a task>
— en·com·pass·ment Listen to the pronunciation of encompassment \-pə-smənt\ noun
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