envelop — to wrap up, cover, or surround completely
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to wrap up, cover, or surround completely
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈveləp/
Example Sentences
- The blanket of snow enveloped the sleepy village like a cozy winter hug.
- Panic enveloped the classroom when the teacher announced a surprise test.
- The delicious aroma of fresh bread enveloped the bakery.
envelop
VERB[/ɪnˈveləp/]
to wrap up, cover, or surround completely
to wrap up, cover, or surround completely
Mist may envelop, but beauty will develop and wallop!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from French 'enveloper', combining the prefix 'en-' (into) with 'veloper' (to wrap). The compound literally means 'to wrap into' or 'to enclose', originally used to describe the action of wrapping something completely.
Breakdown
en- (into, within) + veloper (to wrap, to cover). The French root 'veloper' relates to the concept of wrapping or enfolding something entirely.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The blanket of snow enveloped the sleepy village like a cozy winter hug.”
“Panic enveloped the classroom when the teacher announced a surprise test.”
“The delicious aroma of fresh bread enveloped the bakery.”
“Mystery enveloped the case like a thick fog that refused to lift.”
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