wrapping

noun

wrap·​ping ˈra-piŋ How to pronounce wrapping (audio)
: 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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With an irreverent impudence, generous sprinkles of slap stick and traditional wrapping, this breezy presentation should tickle the funny bones of grade school kids as well as us older coots who enjoy Tim Allen’s acerbic antics. Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025 Flavorful maitake mushrooms are batter-dipped and tempura-fried and served with bite-size carrot and daikon strips, minty/citrusy shiso leaves for wrapping and a lovely not-too-sweet peanut sauce. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2025 During rehearsal, Armstrong seemed free of any cellophane wrapping. Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025 The thin wrapping portion of the pod, which contains the liquid detergent, is made from PVA, a dissolvable form of plastic also known as polyvinyl alcohol. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025 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 15 Nov. 2025.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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