wrapping

noun

wrap·​ping ˈra-piŋ How to pronounce wrapping (audio)
Synonyms of wrappingnext
: something used to wrap an object : wrapper

Examples of wrapping in a Sentence

She tore the wrapping off the present. Some of the mummy's wrappings had been removed.
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Even without the custom wrapping, just showing up ready to dig in the dirt with her — planting flowers, pulling weeds or repotting something together — turns an ordinary afternoon into quality time. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 25 Apr. 2026 Another of the home’s unique features is a walk-in closet custom-fitted as a gift-wrapping room. Mark David, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026 Reuse plastic bags for tasks like lining trash cans, wrapping shoes, or carrying wet swimsuits to save money and reduce waste. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026 Raazi tea offers small-batch production with gift-ready packaging, no wrapping paper needed. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wrapping

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wrapping was in the 14th century

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“Wrapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wrapping. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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