enwreathe

verb

en·​wreathe in-ˈrēt͟h How to pronounce enwreathe (audio)
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enwreathed; enwreathing; enwreathes

transitive verb

: to encircle with or as if with a wreath : envelop

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enwreathe was in the 15th century

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“Enwreathe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enwreathe. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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