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enclose
[en-klohz]
verb (used with object)
to shut or hem in; close in on all sides.
a valley enclosed by tall mountains.
to surround, as with a fence or wall.
to enclose land.
to insert in the same envelope, package, or the like.
He enclosed a check.
A book was sent with the bill enclosed.
to hold or contain.
His letter enclosed a check.
Roman Catholic Church.
enclose
/ ɪnˈkləʊz /
verb
to close; hem in; surround
to surround (land) with or as if with a fence
to put in an envelope or wrapper, esp together with a letter
to contain or hold
Other Word Forms
- enclosable adjective
- encloser noun
- preenclose verb (used with object)
- reenclose verb (used with object)
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
In the new study, the researchers protected the bacteria by enclosing them, along with magnetic particles, inside small droplets of sodium alginate, a thickening ingredient commonly found in foods.
Their goal is to provide a stronger way to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses in enclosed settings.
It’s enclosed by two barriers—a white picket fence on the interior, and the carnivorous thicket on the exterior.
Regardless of your point of entry, both roads lead to a shared open-air courtyard enclosed with glass.
These tests evaluate traits such as the preference for open or enclosed spaces and interest in unfamiliar mice.
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