Wrap: meaning, definitions and examples

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wrap

[ ræp ]

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gift wrapping

To cover or enclose something in paper or soft material, especially as a gift. It is a common practice during holidays and special occasions.

Synonyms

cover, encase, enclose, envelop

Examples of usage

She wrapped the present in colorful paper.
He wrapped the scarf around his neck to keep warm.

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food

A thin piece of bread or other material used to enclose or hold together a filling. It is commonly used in sandwiches and other food items.

Synonyms

pita, roll, sandwich

Examples of usage

I ordered a chicken wrap for lunch.
The wrap was filled with fresh vegetables and hummus.

Translations

Translations of the word "wrap" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enrolar

🇮🇳 लपेटना

🇩🇪 wickeln

🇮🇩 membungkus

🇺🇦 обгортати

🇵🇱 owijać

🇯🇵 包む (tsutsumu)

🇫🇷 envelopper

🇪🇸 envolver

🇹🇷 sarmak

🇰🇷 감싸다 (gamsada)

🇸🇦 يلف

🇨🇿 zabalit

🇸🇰 zabaliť

🇨🇳 包裹 (bāoguǒ)

🇸🇮 zaviti

🇮🇸 vafði

🇰🇿 орау

🇬🇪 შეფუთვა

🇦🇿 bükmək

🇲🇽 envolver

Word origin

The verb 'wrap' originated from the Old English word 'wræppan', meaning 'to wrap up, cover, envelop'. The noun 'wrap' in the context of food is a shortened form of 'wrap sandwich', which was popularized in the late 20th century. The practice of gift wrapping has been traced back to ancient China and Japan, where gifts were presented in intricately folded papers.

See also: unwrap, wrapped, wrapper, wrappers, wrapping, wrappings.