wraparound

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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

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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

Look for sunglasses that offer UVB and UVA protection, and opt for a wraparound pair of glasses to prevent the sun from sneaking in the sides.10 9. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 July 2024

Built into the hillside, the home has a wraparound terrace on the upper level and a set of stairs over a lush hillside that leads to a path down to the pool and ample lawn space for garden parties and badminton games. —Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 2 July 2024

Noun

The open-plan great room features a dining area and a serene, fireside lounge that connects to a wraparound terrace. —Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 12 July 2024

Its interior will feature a wraparound bar, booth seating, a dog-friendly outdoor patio and a four-season room, according to the news release. —Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 31 Jan. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1923, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1924, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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