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envelop

verb

in-ˈve-ləp How to pronounce envelop (audio)
Definition of envelopnext
1
as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers a chronic mistrust of outsiders envelops that neighborhood, cutting it off from the rest of the city

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2
as in to wrap
to surround or cover closely the truth of the presidential assassination is enveloped in a dense fog of myths and conspiracy theories

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Recent Examples of envelop Earth is enveloped by an atmosphere that consists of about 78 percent nitrogen gas (N2). — Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026 This all comes as Tropical Storm Marie’s moisture shield envelopes California this week. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2026 Zai encounters them inside and on the streets, as a sense of terror envelops her. — Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026 Then follow the flavor west to the famed wine region of Utiel-Requena, where more than 98,000 acres of vineyards, many focused on the Bobal red grape, envelop the landscape. — Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for envelop
Recent Examples of Synonyms for envelop
  1. house
  2. wrap
  3. enclose
  4. shroud
  5. surround
  6. encase
  7. confine
  8. include
Verb
  • Back in August, the singer’s team erected a pop-up merch shop on the same quiet downtown block that houses Slotnick’s cookbook store, which has been in business for 30 years.
    — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Upper floors will house offices and the label’s bridal business, with customers escorted inside from an outdoor waiting line.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of house
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  • Each strap wrapped around the shaft of her boots, imparting a grungy effect.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The masa must then be mixed with fat, broth and salt and aerated to achieve the right consistency before the tamales can be assembled, carefully wrapped and cooked.
    — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of wrap
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  • The Mizzou pass rush will need to enclose him in the pocket, even though that’s where Taylor prefers to inflict damage.
    — PJ Green September 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026
  • That’s why Araujo’s perch on the club level behind home plate is exposed to the crowd rather than enclosed, like the booths to his right used by the radio and TV broadcasters.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of enclose
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  • One of Eagle's concerns is that the proposals are shrouded in secrecy.
    — Norah O'Donnell, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The ridge was shrouded in coastal fog; a few members of the grazing co-op had gathered to help.
    — Ingfei Chen, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of shroud
Verb
  • Look to the east, west and south and we are surrounded by states — Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri — that have opted in to the new federal scholarship program.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Ed Sheeran addressed the controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from his Loop Tour on Saturday night, speaking from the stage at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field during his first concert since the rapper was dropped from the trek.
    — Anna Tingley, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of surround
Verb
  • Monticello’s storage areas yielded several samples of Jefferson’s hair encased in gold lockets, glass ampules, and the packet assembled by Nicholas Trist.
    — Andrew Lawler, The Atlantic, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The shoes are known for their satin almond toe design, which features a square crystal buckle encased in a gunmetal frame.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of encase
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  • The federal watchdog found that detainees were sometimes confined in small metal cages and lacked adequate living space and access to water.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Every year, live chickens are confined and slaughtered at makeshift sites on Brooklyn streets and sidewalks.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of confine
Verb
  • Courts may look behind a verdict in narrow circumstances, including cases involving outside influence or racial bias.
    — Monu Bedi, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The remarks drew criticism from some Jewish and pro-Israel organizations, including the Israeli-American Council, which called for Macklemore to be removed from the tour.
    — Anna Tingley, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
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“Envelop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/envelop. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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