Encased: meaning, definitions and examples

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encased

[ ɪnˈkeɪst ]

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in a covering or casing

Encased means to cover or surround something with a material or structure. It often implies protection or containment.

Synonyms

covered, enclosed, wrapped

Examples of usage

The precious artifact was encased in glass to protect it from damage.
The sausage was encased in a layer of pastry before baking.

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legal term

In legal terms, encased can refer to putting something in a protective covering or housing, such as documents or evidence.

Synonyms

protected, secured

Examples of usage

The confidential files were encased in a secure folder.
The key evidence was encased in a sealed container.

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jewelry

As a noun in the context of jewelry, encased refers to a gemstone or item being set within a protective container or frame.

Synonyms

mounted, set

Examples of usage

The diamond was encased in a gold setting.
The pendant was encased in a delicate silver frame.

Translations

Translations of the word "encased" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encapsulado

🇮🇳 घिरा हुआ

🇩🇪 eingehüllt

🇮🇩 terbungkus

🇺🇦 вкритий

🇵🇱 zamknięty

🇯🇵 包まれた

🇫🇷 enveloppé

🇪🇸 encapsulado

🇹🇷 kapsüllenmiş

🇰🇷 둘러싸인

🇸🇦 مغلف

🇨🇿 obalený

🇸🇰 obalený

🇨🇳 包裹的

🇸🇮 ovito

🇮🇸 umvafinn

🇰🇿 қапталған

🇬🇪 გადაფარებული

🇦🇿 qablaşdırılmış

🇲🇽 encapsulado

Word origin

The word 'encased' has its origin in the Middle French word 'encaser', which means 'to enclose in a box'. Over time, it evolved to its current usage in English to describe the action of covering or surrounding something with a material or structure for protection or containment.