all-encompassing
|all-en-com-pass-ing|
C1
/ˌɔːl ɪnˈkʌmpəsɪŋ/
comprehensive inclusion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'all-encompassing' originates from the combination of 'all' and 'encompass', where 'encompass' meant 'to include comprehensively'.
Historical Evolution
'encompass' changed from the Old French word 'encompasser' and eventually became the modern English word 'encompass'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to include comprehensively', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
including or covering everything or everyone; comprehensive.
The report provided an all-encompassing overview of the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35