overwrap
Definition of overwrap
: to apply a wrapper over
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Origin and Etymology of overwrap
1over + wrap
overwrap
overwrapper
Definition of overwrap
: a flexible printed or transparent wrapper applied over a container (as a carton, case tray) or directly over a product
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Origin and Etymology of overwrap
2overwrap from 1overwrap; overwrapper from 1overwrap + -er
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