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enclosed

 

[ ɪnˈkləʊzd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

in a space

closed in or surrounded or included within

Synonyms

encased, shut in

Examples of usage

  • The enclosed porch was perfect for reading on a rainy day.
  • The enclosed garden provided privacy for the residents.
Context #2 | Verb

with a document

to include something in the same envelope or parcel as a document

Synonyms

attach, enclose, include

Examples of usage

  • Please enclose a copy of your ID with the application form.
  • The letter was enclosed with the contract for the client.

Translations

Translations of the word "enclosed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incluído

🇮🇳 संलग्न

🇩🇪 eingeschlossen

🇮🇩 terlampir

🇺🇦 вкладений

🇵🇱 załączony

🇯🇵 同封された

🇫🇷 inclus

🇪🇸 adjunto

🇹🇷 ekli

🇰🇷 동봉된

🇸🇦 مرفق

🇨🇿 přiložený

🇸🇰 priložený

🇨🇳 附上的

🇸🇮 priložen

🇮🇸 innifalið

🇰🇿 тіркелген

🇬🇪 დართული

🇦🇿 əlavə edilmiş

🇲🇽 adjunto

Etymology

The word 'enclosed' comes from the Old French word 'enclos', which means 'enclosed, surrounded'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century. The concept of enclosing or surrounding something has been a fundamental part of human civilization, from enclosing spaces for protection to enclosing documents for security and organization.

See also: enclosing, enclosures.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,534, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.