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enclose

 

[ ɪnˈkləʊz ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

in a space

Surround or close off on all sides.

Synonyms

contain, encircle, encompass, envelop, surround

Examples of usage

  • The garden was enclosed by high walls.
  • She enclosed the check with the letter.
  • The document should be enclosed with the application form.
  • The area was enclosed by a fence to keep out trespassers.
Context #2 | Verb

with a letter

Include something in the same envelope or package.

Synonyms

add, append, attach, include

Examples of usage

  • Please enclose a self-addressed envelope with your application.
  • He enclosed a note with the gift.
  • Remember to enclose the receipt in the return package.
Context #3 | Noun

documents

An area that is sealed off with an artificial or natural barrier.

Synonyms

cage, compound, enclosure, pen

Examples of usage

  • The zoo had a lion enclosure.
  • The enclosure for the animals was spacious and well-maintained.
  • The construction site required a safety enclosure for workers.

Translations

Translations of the word "enclose" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encerrar

🇮🇳 बंद करना

🇩🇪 einschließen

🇮🇩 menyertakan

🇺🇦 зачиняти

🇵🇱 zamknąć

🇯🇵 閉じ込める (とじこめる)

🇫🇷 enfermer

🇪🇸 encerrar

🇹🇷 kapamak

🇰🇷 닫다

🇸🇦 يغلق

🇨🇿 uzavřít

🇸🇰 uzavrieť

🇨🇳 封闭 (fēngbì)

🇸🇮 zapreti

🇮🇸 loka

🇰🇿 жабу

🇬🇪 დახურვა

🇦🇿 bağlamaq

🇲🇽 encerrar

Etymology

The word 'enclose' originated from the Latin word 'inclaudere', which means 'to shut in'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, 'enclose' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to surrounding, including enclosing physical spaces and including items in a package or envelope.

See also: close, closed, closely, closeness, closer, closest, closet, closing, closure, closures, disclose, enclosure.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,554, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.