wrapper

noun

wrap·​per ˈra-pər How to pronounce wrapper (audio)
1
: that in which something is wrapped: such as
a
: a tobacco leaf used for the outside covering especially of cigars
(2)
: the paper cover of a book not bound in boards
c
: a paper wrapped around a newspaper or magazine in the mail
2
: one that wraps
3
: an article of clothing worn wrapped around the body

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The two companies will also work together on tokenization initiatives, or the act of putting financial assets into blockchain wrappers, according to a press release. Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025 Inside, there were more tampon wrappers and what looked like a blue lotion bottle. Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025 This gives investors like us direct exposure to Ether’s upside via an equity wrapper as institutional investors continue to adopt decentralized finance. Todd Gordon, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2025 Selling existing holdings and repurchasing through ISA or pension wrappers could eliminate future tax liabilities, though investors must consider timing and potential capital gains on existing positions. Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wrapper

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wrapper was in the 15th century

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“Wrapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wrapper. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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wrapper

noun
wrap·​per ˈrap-ər How to pronounce wrapper (audio)
1
: a covering or enclosure for something
2
: one that wraps
3
: a garment worn wrapped around the body

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