wrap up

wrap up

verb

Definition of WRAP UP

transitive verb

1

: summarize, sum up

2

a : to bring to a usually successful conclusion b : cinch, sew up <has the nomination wrapped up>

Examples of WRAP UP

1. <a grand parade will wrap up the weeklong celebration>
2. <a reporter wrapped up the mayor's speech in a few sentences>

First Known Use of WRAP UP

circa 1568

Related to WRAP UP

Synonyms: close out, complete, conclude, end, finish, round (off or out), terminate, wind up, close

Antonyms: begin, commence, inaugurate, open, start

Related Words: climax, crown; consummate, perfect; halt, stop, suspend

Near Antonyms: elongate, extend, lengthen, prolong, protract; amplify, elaborate (on or upon), enlarge (on or upon), expand, supplement

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