environ — to surround or encircle something completely
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to surround or encircle something completely
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈvaɪrən/
Korean meaning: 둘러싸다, 에워싸다
Korean pronunciation: 인**바이**런
Example Sentences
- The paparazzi environ the celebrity like hungry wolves around fresh meat.
- High walls environ the mysterious mansion, hiding its secrets from curious neighbors.
- Pizza boxes environ my desk like cardboard soldiers guarding my workspace.
environ
VERB//ɪnˈvaɪrən//
to surround or encircle something completely
to surround or encircle something completely
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Origin
14세기 프랑스어 'environner'에서 유래했으며, '둘레'를 뜻하는 'environ'(around)과 동사 어미가 결합된 형태입니다. 마치 원형 경기장처럼 사방을 둘러싸는 모습을 표현합니다.
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“The paparazzi environ the celebrity like hungry wolves around fresh meat.”
“High walls environ the mysterious mansion, hiding its secrets from curious neighbors.”
“Pizza boxes environ my desk like cardboard soldiers guarding my workspace.”
“Ancient trees environ the sacred temple, creating a natural sanctuary.”
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