enclosures

noun

variants also inclosures
plural of enclosure
as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls) a fenced-in enclosure where the sheep are allowed to graze unattended

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Recent Examples of enclosures Visitors to several zoos and wildlife parks around the world have tried to enter tiger enclosures. — CBS News, 10 Oct. 2026 From September 2025 through August 2026, sales of shower stalls, kits, and enclosures fell 21% at Home Depot and Lowe’s compared to the same period a year earlier, with unit sales down even more sharply, 28%, according to Datavations. — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026 The temples are thin metal arms that thicken toward the ends with plastic enclosures over the ear hooks that hold the glasses’ speakers, charging connector, and other components. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026 Novelis is expanding its portfolio of coated aluminum solutions for battery applications, targeting components including battery enclosures, casings and electrical connectors known as bus bars. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026 Waterproof plaster lines the tub and shower enclosures and lends texture, while a wall niche beside the tub creates a tidy spot for shampoos and soaps. — Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 Skollar’s long-term goal is to raise more money to build larger enclosures for the gibbons and construct an education center for visitors. — Jaimie Ding, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2026 Roads can become impassable, evacuation orders can change and homes or outdoor enclosures can be damaged, leaving pets vulnerable to injury or escape. — Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026 These enclosures are generally compact in size and should complement the home’s exterior, the designer adds. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enclosures
  1. courtyards
  2. patios
  3. quadrangles
  4. yards
Noun
  • The Bangladeshi firm behind the project, Nakshabid Architects, was inspired by traditional Bengali homesteads, which are typically interspersed with courtyards and ponds.
    — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The 190,000-square-foot Royal Poinciana Plaza, designed in 1957 by renowned architect John Volk in the heart of Palm Beach Island, features lush gardens, palm trees, fountains and two central courtyards.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of courtyards
Noun
  • Install solar lights around patios, pathways, and outdoor areas to reduce energy consumption.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Some feature patios, offering private outdoor space for those who want a breath of fresh air, and plenty of rooms have extraordinary views of the surrounding cityscape.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of patios
Noun
  • Each of those quadrangles of land can produce 7 million pounds of corn or 2 million pounds of soybeans in a summer.
    — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 26 July 2026
  • This spring, across the nation’s auditoriums and quadrangles, members of the class of 2026 took their seats to receive remarks from distinguished guests.
    — Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Definition of quadrangles
Noun
  • In fact, the Hurricanes entered the Florida State game giving up just 12 total plays of at least 20 yards through their first five games of the season.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Three plays and 4 yards later, Ryland nailed his sixth field goal of the game in six tries, handing the Rams their first loss since 2014 when not allowing a touchdown.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of yards

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“Enclosures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enclosures. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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