- present participle of wrap.
wrapping
Americannoun
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wrappings
plural
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of wrapping
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at wrap, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Somerville said: "It's felt really difficult and to see that many people supporting us and speaking about us and wrapping their arms around Cleveland - it's helping us through."
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
Having left Spotify in 2024 to launch his own company, Alt, Kalia now starts most days at 5:30 or 6 a.m., wrapping up around 9 or 10 p.m.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
NBA commissioner Adam Silver says the investigation into whether the Clippers circumvented the salary cap through an endorsement deal for Kawhi Leonard is wrapping up.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
This can lead to severely painful episodes, which experts say can sometimes be prevented by wrapping up warm and drinking plenty of fluid, and daily antibiotics can reduce risk of infections.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
“What’s in it for me?” he whispered back, his arms wrapping around me in what was probably the most awkward and weird hug of my life as he kept up the bizarre charade.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
The brand added that it doesn’t use chill packs or thermal wrappings to keep its anchovy supplies fresh.
From Salon ● May 28, 2026
Some of the bowls still had stains on the outside from spills and dripping mummy wrappings.
From Science Magazine ● Feb. 1, 2023
So indeed, Miss Manners would consider festive wrappings out of place.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 15, 2022
It would apply to producers of products like laundry detergent, toothpaste and food wrappings, as well as companies like Amazon that package products for mailing.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 17, 2022
I wade through a litter of discarded wrappings, broken glass, and bones to where I know I will find Haymitch.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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