Encase Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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encase

[ɪnˈkeɪs ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

protective covering

To enclose or cover something in a protective case or covering.

Synonyms

cover, enclose, protect, shield.

Examples of usage

  • The valuable jewelry was encased in a glass display.
  • The fragile artifact was encased in a foam padding for shipping.
Context #2 | Verb

legal context

To place in or set into a legal framework or context.

Synonyms

embed, include, incorporate, integrate.

Examples of usage

  • The contract was encased in multiple layers of clauses to protect both parties.
  • The new law encased various provisions to ensure fair treatment.

Translations

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Origin of 'encase'

The word 'encase' originated from the combination of 'en-' meaning 'in' or 'within', and 'case' referring to a covering or container. It first appeared in the 17th century in English, evolving to represent the action of enclosing or covering something for protection or legal purposes.


See also: case, cases, casing, casings, cassette, encased, encasement, encasing, lowercase, uppercase.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,463, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.