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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The Facebook video post shows the start of the fire, with flames melting through the plastic wrapping of Scott toilet paper cases. Michele Gile, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026 Moisture-rich and soft cheeses like fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, and triple-creme can be stored in their original packaging or in paper or beeswax wrapping, depending on the texture. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026 The six-episode drama was shot on location in Glasgow, Scotland, with filming wrapping last year. K.j. Yossman, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026 But this often requires accepting the fundamental irrationality of the wrapping-up process. Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 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 17 Apr. 2026.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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