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Comprising of, as part of a whole
Present participle for to surround or form a circle around
“High walls enclose the courtyard, and officials in uniform stand guard on the wall.”
Present participle for to fringe or form a border around
“Stately trees enclose the large flat lawn in front of the house, giving to it a natural, simple kind of dignity, and separating it from the rural village.”
Present participle for to hem in or close off on all sides
“If you let the dogs go outside alone, make sure to enclose them within the fenced part of the yard.”
Present participle for to cover or wrap around tightly or closely
“This acts to enclose the baby in a weather-proof cocoon, keeping them safe and secure in all conditions.”
Present participle for to insert into a container, usually an envelope or package
“We will enclose a self-addressed envelope as part of our correspondence for your convenience.”
Present participle for to place something over or upon, as to conceal or protect
Present participle for to force (a person or animal) into a place or situation from which it is hard to escape
Present participle for to contain, accomodate, or have within
Present participle for to fix (an object) firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass
Present participle for to grip something, especially tightly or with force
Present participle for to block or stop up an opening
Present participle for to cover with veneer or coating
Present participle for to protect or shield from harm or bad weather
On all sides of
In the vicinity of
All around or nearby a particular place or thing
The act of enclosing, especially in a capsule
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