enclosed

adjective

en·​closed in-ˈklōzd 

en-

variants or less commonly inclosed

in-ˈklōzd 

1

: closed in or fenced off

an enclosed yard

an enclosed porch

Even a small fire in the enclosed area of a mine shaft can create a tremendous amount of smoke.

—Dorothy Stripp

2

: included along with something else in a parcel or envelope

You may be interested in the enclosed clipping from today's paper.

—E. B. White

Examples of enclosed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But if they are left in an empty and enclosed area for hours, the treatment may be more effective against insects. —Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2024

Understand the cost differences between open and enclosed transport, and align your choice with your preferences and budget. —Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 29 Feb. 2024

This Bay View bar has a bright, enclosed patio filled with murals and flowers, creating quite a contrast to the dark, old-timey theme inside. —Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 30 May 2024

Shopping mall or large store: Move as quickly as possible to an interior bathroom, storage room or other small enclosed area, away from windows. —Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing enclosed

• self-enclosed