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verb

ˈrap How to pronounce wrap (audio)
Definition of wrapnext
1
as in to bandage
to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt wrapped her waist with a colorful silk sash

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2
as in to enclose
to surround or cover closely a sinister darkness seemed to wrap the lonely cabin

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wrap

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noun

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as in shawl

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as in jacket

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Recent Examples of wrap
Verb
After engineering a flexible version of Tetris that could be wrapped around a magazine, Kevin Bates’ latest creation is a digital candle that uses a custom AI model to accurately simulate the appearance of a flickering flame across a grid of LEDs. — Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 29 Oct. 2026 Kahan will continue the tour in Europe, and wrap with three consecutive nights at London’s Wembley Stadium in late July. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2026
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Scott’s films typically take roughly three to four months to wrap production, so Foster will have to get used to living without Jackman for a while. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 26 Oct. 2026 Glass doors spill open to the wrap-around patio, set up with a fire pit, a hot tub, and a grill area, all overlooking the fourth tee of the golf course. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wrap
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrap
  1. bandage
  2. enclose
  3. shawl
  4. jacket
  5. circle
  6. envelop
  7. stole
  8. parka
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  • So that really helped me bandage those wounds from 1989, the fact that after all these years, there are people that still care pretty intensely about this movie.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Police then escorted Rajapaksa, who had one eye bandaged from recent surgery, to a vehicle to be taken to a jail.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of bandage
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  • The site will also be enclosed with livestock-style fencing designed to blend into the surrounding agricultural landscape.
    — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
  • They were enclosed a couple years later, due to the area’s foggy weather.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of enclose
Noun
  • In photos published by The Daily Mail, Fiebig is seen in a white shawl over her off-the-shoulder white lace gown.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026
  • In addition to Nyx’s resonant vocals, the classic costumes, flowing shawls and windswept hair of the real Nicks will transport audiences back in time.
    — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of shawl
Noun
  • Coast is more formal, a fine-dining venue (no jeans, shorts, flip-flops, or sneakers allowed; jackets are preferred, though not required for men), serving three-, four-, and seven-course tasting menus, open for dinner only.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Women’s styles span a micro mini skirt with an adjustable denim belt, low-rise baggy jeans and a zipper bubble jacket.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of jacket
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  • Chase Sui Wonders is being circled to join filmmaker David Mikalson’s Goblin for A24, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
    — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Williams stumbled backward and circled both arms backward as Avdija kicked the ball out to Lillard for a three-pointer.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of circle
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  • Kardashian kicked off with a photo of herself facing away from the camera in a bathrobe while standing on a powdery beach, enveloped by a cotton candy pink sunset.
    — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The tulle material at the front envelops the foot, creating a soft and delicate appearance.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of envelop
Noun
  • Cut from wool and also available in black or ivory options, the design comes with a co-branded label on the cuff and a lightweight chiffon stole in matching or contrasting color for extra drama.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026
  • On Tuesday afternoon, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said that the truck Morley stole was found abandoned in Marion, Illinois, but his location remains unknown.
    — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of stole
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  • From a slouchy parka and suede boots to a color-popping suit and generations-old rubies, Princess Leonor is proving that a future queen’s wardrobe can have plenty of range.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Outerwear anchors the collection with an oversized parka jacket, oversized satin bomber jackets and wool-blend Chesterfield Coats ranging from $198 to $368.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
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“Wrap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrap. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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