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Encapsulated: meaning, definitions and examples

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encapsulated

 

[ ɪnˈkæpsjʊleɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

The term 'encapsulated' refers to something that is enclosed or contained within a capsule or enclosure. It often describes substances, ideas, or processes that are isolated or protected from their environment. In biology, encapsulated might refer to a pathogen that is surrounded by a protective layer, while in technology, it might describe data that is preserved in a specific format. It can apply to various fields, indicating that the essence or function of something is safeguarded from external influences.

Synonyms

contained, enclosed, isolated

Examples of usage

  • Encapsulated software ensures security.
  • The encapsulated medication releases slowly.
  • Encapsulated data prevents corruption.

Translations

Translations of the word "encapsulated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encapsulado

🇮🇳 संलग्नित

🇩🇪 verkapselt

🇮🇩 terenkapsulasi

🇺🇦 інкапсульований

🇵🇱 enkapsulowany

🇯🇵 カプセル化された

🇫🇷 encapsulé

🇪🇸 encapsulado

🇹🇷 kapsüllenmiş

🇰🇷 캡슐화된

🇸🇦 مغلق

🇨🇿 zak encapsulovaný

🇸🇰 enkapsulovaný

🇨🇳 封装的

🇸🇮 enkapsuliran

🇮🇸 umfrymd

🇰🇿 инкапсуляцияланған

🇬🇪 ინკაპსულირებული

🇦🇿 enkapsulə edilmiş

🇲🇽 encapsulado

Etymology

The word 'encapsulated' derives from the verb 'encapsulate,' which is formed from 'capsule' and the suffix '-ate.' The term 'capsule' comes from the Late Latin word 'capsula,' meaning a small container or box, which is a diminutive of 'capsa,' referring to a box or case. The evolution of the term has roots in various scientific disciplines, primarily in the biological and technological contexts. In the 20th century, 'encapsulate' began to gain traction in both medical and computing terminology, describing the process of enclosing substances or data in a protective format. The shift in usage reflects advancements in sciences, where encapsulation became a critical concept for describing protective measures, isolated environments, and secure data management.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,753, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.