Synonyms

encase

American

[en-keys] / ɛnˈkeɪs /

verb (used with object)

encased, encasing

to enclose in or as in a case.

We encased the ancient vase in glass to preserve it.

encase British

/ ɪnˈkeɪs /

verb

(tr) to place or enclose in or as if in a case

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Other Word Forms

encasement noun

Etymology

Origin of encase

First recorded in 1625–35; en- ¹ + case ²

Example Sentences

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Most quantum computers include a component casually referred to as a “fridge,” a cryogenic enclosure that encases the processor and keeps it cold.

From Barron's

Many substations are encased in concrete to minimize the impact of strikes.

From The Wall Street Journal

But, if a high pressure system returns in the coming weeks, he wouldn’t be surprised to see the region encased in fog once again.

From Los Angeles Times

Uncollected garbage barricaded the drainage ditches that encased their neighborhood.

From Salon

Nestle now describes the treats as being "encased in a smooth milk chocolate flavour coating" rather than being covered in milk chocolate.

From BBC

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