ENCLOSE Synonyms: 88 Similar and Opposite Words

enclose

verb

in-ˈklōz

variants also inclose

Definition of enclose

as in to house

to close or shut in by or as if by barriers dogs who spend the day enclosed in small cages

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as in to surround

to form a circle around in a show of support, the women rushed to enclose their distraught friend

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as in to wrap

to surround or cover closely the house was enclosed by a high hedge that shielded it from public view

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Recent Examples of enclose Two types of trams—open and enclosed, both free—get you within a 10-minute walk of most popular attractions, with pick-ups and drop-offs in or near three major parking lots. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 The flexible design allows the suit to move with the body rather than enclosing the legs inside a rigid frame. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026 The swarms of flies that roamed the planet like a devouring fog enclosed the top of the tower, building new, shivering walls, buzzing in a frenzy of life and hunger. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 27 July 2026 It also is expected that the footbridge would still need to be fully enclosed, but perhaps in an alternative to the existing chain-link, Dixon said. — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for enclose

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Verb

Without those challenges, MLS has not necessarily made significant progress with its matches entirely housed on Apple.

— John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Fortunately, the design firm of Claesson Koivisto Rune overcame the obstacles, producing a triumph of Swedish style—a modest, minimalist, yet supremely comfortable property housed in two low, long buildings.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of house

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Cast your line into the river, which is surrounded by stunning mountain views, and get a taste of the serenity and challenge of fly fishing.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
Aerial images obtained by CNN show entire residential blocks burned and the surrounding vegetation charred.

— Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of surround

Verb

The fragrance wraps Turkish rose—a honeyed, full-bodied bloom—in earthy notes of patchouli, sandalwood, and frankincense, while blackcurrant and raspberry add a touch of zest.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026
Store in an airtight container or tin or wrapped in parchment paper and then aluminum foil at room temperature for up to 5 days.

— Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of wrap

Verb

To ensure the integrity of the mold, only high-quality clay is used and then encased in steel sleeves designed to withstand extreme pressure.

— Philipp Jenne, Fortune, 30 July 2026
Above the isolators, transfer girders measuring approximately 15 feet tall and 15 feet wide encase the original temple footings, merging the historic and modern foundation systems.

— William Jones, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Definition of encase

Verb

The paint color that encircles the wallpaper is important, but Chloe Redmond Warner says the bread should be the least exciting part of this sandwich.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026
The pendant, which is encircled by diamonds, also includes a heart between the initials.

— Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of encircle

Verb

For one, Robert is too ethereal to evoke the fear enveloping the city.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2026
These terraces extend the riverside tidal park vertically, enveloping visitors in the nature that finds its home on the building's surfaces while offering spectacular views of Rotterdam.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of envelop

Verb

Nestled in the Hollywood Hills, this compact cabin is shrouded in lush foliage, creating a quiet escape from Tinseltown.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
They are sometimes shrouded in confidentiality clauses, and often surface only when a local journalist finds the contract.

— Natalia Cote-Muñoz, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of shroud

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