wrapping

[rap-ing]

noun

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

wrapping

/ ˈræpɪŋ /

noun

1. the material used to wrap something

Word History and Origins

Origin of wrapping¹

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

Example Sentences

And when it comes to wrapping up a meeting, “I think I hear the dog throwing up” is the ultimate, nonnegotiable hard out.

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The White Ferns now head to Colombo for their games against Sri Lanka and Pakistan before wrapping up their group stage in Bombay with matches against hosts India followed by England in Vizag.

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A spokeswoman for Wilson said the timing wasn’t political but based on word from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division that they were within weeks of wrapping up their investigation into police misconduct.

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The idea is that, along with resting and icing the affected area, wrapping it in an elastic medical bandage and keeping the injured part propped up above your heart can help reduce swelling and pain.

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After wrapping up their final cold plunge of the night, they exchanged numbers and headed out into the night.

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