wrapping

American  

[rap-ing] / ˈræp ɪŋ /

noun

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

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wrapping British  

/ ˈræpɪŋ /

noun

1. the material used to wrap something

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Etymology

Origin of wrapping

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

Example Sentences

Raducanu failed to serve out the opening set at the first time of asking, allowing Oliynykova to break back before winning the next two games - wrapping it up after a gruelling hour and 15 minutes.

From BBC

Bat pulled his legs up onto the counter and crossed them, one arm wrapping protectively around Thor in his sling.

From Literature

He will succeed Bob Iger, who is wrapping up his second stint as CEO — a role he originally assumed in 2005.

From MarketWatch

Quarterback Sam Darnold was wrapping up the season of a lifetime for the Minnesota Vikings, finally making good on his potential as a top draft pick, when it suddenly crashed and burned.

From The Wall Street Journal

I’m still wrapping my head around it in a way especially since I’ve been away from music for so long and for this to be happening like this is very cool.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• bag
• box
• casing
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• container
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