wraparound

1 of 2

adjective

wrap·​around ˈrap-ə-ˌrau̇nd 

1

: made to be wrapped around something and especially the body

a wraparound skirt

2

a

: shaped to follow a contour

especially : made to curve from the front around to the side

wraparound sunglasses

wraparound terraces

b

: extending laterally to the outermost limits of the field of vision

a wraparound movie screen

wraparound

2 of 2

noun

1

: a garment (such as a dress) made with a full-length opening and adjusted to the figure by wrapping around

2

: an object that encircles or especially curves and laps over another

Examples of wraparound in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The wraparound porch adds curb appeal and space for outdoor entertaining, while the covered patio is ideal for string lights and evening gatherings. —Toni Sutton, People.com, 7 July 2025

As Wedgewood was laying on the ice, Benson eventually got the puck and scored on a wraparound goal to give the Sabres a 4-2 lead. —Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 2 Jan. 2025

Photo : Gavin Cater The fireside primary bedroom opens out to a wraparound balcony. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 June 2025

Start your morning with a gourmet three-course breakfast prepared by Tonia, then spend some time lounging on the wraparound porch or the expansive back garden. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 14 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1923, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1924, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for wraparound

• aboveground
• battleground
• belowground
• paperbound
• turnaround
• ultrasound
• underground
• abound
• aground
• around
• astound
• background

Kids Definition

wraparound

adjective

wrap·​around

ˈrap-ə-ˌrau̇nd

1

: made to be wrapped around the body

a wraparound skirt

2

: made to curve from the front around to the side

wraparound sunglasses