wrapping

noun

wrap·ping | \ ˈra-piŋ

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Definition of wrapping

: 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.

Recent Examples on the Web The world of sea vegetables or sea greens is not limited to the seaweed in your miso soup or the wrapping around you sushi. — Daphne Ewing-chow, Forbes, "Five Reasons Why Sea Vegetables Could Be The Future Of Produce," 1 Mar. 2021 Born in 1971, the nail design was featured wrapping around the wrist in gold or piercing through a lapel as a brooch. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, "A New Book Delves into the Life and Work of the Man Who Created the Cartier Love Bracelet," 24 Feb. 2021 There was much wrapping of ingredients around balls of cream. — Aaron Timms, The New Republic, "The Tangled Legacy of James Beard," 4 Dec. 2020 While unwrapping gifts over a call is an easy way to feel connected to loved ones far away, Mindy Weiss, a party consultant based in Los Angeles who has planned fêtes for countless celebs, suggests another fun activity: a gift wrapping competition! — Kelly Corbett, House Beautiful, "Here's How to Host the Perfect Virtual Holiday Celebration, According to Experts," 14 Dec. 2020 The days of book signings, book clubs and complimentary gift wrapping are numbered for River Oaks Bookstore, which will close permanently at the end of the year. — Sonia Ramirez, Chron, "Longtime River Oaks Bookstore to close after 47 years," 20 Nov. 2020 All Carmichael's locations offer curbside pickup, free home delivery with minimum purchase and free gift wrapping through the holidays. — Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, "Shop local: 5 unique kid-friendly gift ideas from Louisville stores for the holiday season," 13 Nov. 2020 Some students received them with wrapping, while others received them without. — Stan Horaczek, Popular Science, "2020 is the perfect year to quit wrapping paper," 21 Dec. 2020 Our effective wrapping length increased from 7 or 9 to over 11 inches for each diagonal. — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, "The Internet Is Losing Its Mind Over This Gift-Wrapping Trick. Here's the Secret.," 8 Dec. 2020

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“Wrapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wrapping. Accessed 18 Apr. 2021.

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wrapping

noun

English Language Learners Definition of wrapping

: a thin piece of paper, plastic, fabric, etc., that covers or surrounds something to protect it

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wrapping

noun

wrap·ping | \ ˈra-piŋ \

Kids Definition of wrapping

: something used to wrap something else : wrapper

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