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
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
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2025
The space is designed with a wraparound outdoor porch, lending the ideal environment to enjoy a refreshing spritz or tropical libation on a warm afternoon.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
But while puttering around the house or strength training, the lack of a wraparound neckband makes these infinitely more comfortable, especially for exercises like chest presses or leaning back in my chair.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
Photo : Costa Christ The room spills onto a wraparound balcony.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
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, 15 Apr. 2025
The space is designed with a wraparound outdoor porch, lending the ideal environment to enjoy a refreshing spritz or tropical libation on a warm afternoon.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
But while puttering around the house or strength training, the lack of a wraparound neckband makes these infinitely more comfortable, especially for exercises like chest presses or leaning back in my chair.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
Photo : Costa Christ The room spills onto a wraparound balcony.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Wraparound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wraparound. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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