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wrapping

American  
[rap-ing] / ˈræp ɪŋ /

noun

  1. Often wrappings. the covering in which something is wrapped.


wrapping British  
/ ˈræpɪŋ /

noun

  1. the material used to wrap something

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of wrapping

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at wrap, -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Wrapping up our conversation, I said: "It's not an easy job."

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Wrapping their tale that way may have satisfied the audience, but it also left that headlining question unanswered.

From Salon • Jul. 14, 2024

Wrapping the nanotube in a polymer changes its electronic properties from a conductor to a semiconductor.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2024

Wrapping things up in the main stadium will be 23-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic against Alexandre Muller of France, who is making his U.S.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 27, 2023

Wrapping my arms round his neck, I kissed his head and smiled as his tail thumped against the deck.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

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