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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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
The top floor will also feature restaurant space and a wraparound rooftop patio with views of downtown, the mountains, and Coors Field, transforming the boarded‑up relic into a neighborhood hub for dining, nightlife and lodging.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026
Working with Hudson's longtime stylist Sophie Lopez, the fine jewelry brand used Desert diamonds to create mesmerizing drop earrings, a wraparound necklace, and a smattering of statement rings.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 Mar. 2026
Crowning Stanton House is the Riverview Penthouse, where a wraparound balcony looks out over the Mystic River, and an indoor-outdoor fireplace connects seating areas on both sides.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The Sport version showcases a sleeker, more aggressive exterior, with sporty, aerodynamic lines and a wraparound windshield that is perfectly in keeping with the racing aesthetic.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
The top floor will also feature restaurant space and a wraparound rooftop patio with views of downtown, the mountains, and Coors Field, transforming the boarded‑up relic into a neighborhood hub for dining, nightlife and lodging.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026
Working with Hudson's longtime stylist Sophie Lopez, the fine jewelry brand used Desert diamonds to create mesmerizing drop earrings, a wraparound necklace, and a smattering of statement rings.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 Mar. 2026
Crowning Stanton House is the Riverview Penthouse, where a wraparound balcony looks out over the Mystic River, and an indoor-outdoor fireplace connects seating areas on both sides.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Wraparound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wraparound. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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