enclose

verb
UK: /ɪnˈkləʊz/
US: /ɪnˈkloʊz/

  1. To surround something completely.

    1. The garden is enclose by a fence.
    2. High walls enclose the prison, making escape nearly impossible.

  2. To put something in an envelope or package along with something else.

    1. I enclose a photo with my letter.
    2. Please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope for a reply to your request.

  3. To build a wall, fence, or other structure around an area.

    1. They plan to enclose the patio for winter.
    2. The farmer decided to enclose the field to keep the animals safe and contained.

Synonyms

surround confine include insert encircle fence
enclose transitive-verb

  1. To surround or confine something within a limited space.

    1. The courtyard felt enclose by the tall buildings.
    2. She felt enclose by the constant demands of her job and family.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "enclose" in English means: To surround something completely., To put something in an envelope or package along with something else., To build a wall, fence, or other structure around an area..

The phonetic transcription of "enclose" is /ɪnˈkləʊz/ in British English and /ɪnˈkloʊz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "enclose": surround, confine, include, insert, encircle, fence.

Example usage of "enclose": "The garden is enclose by a fence.". More examples on the page.