enveloping
|en-vel-op-ing|
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/ɪnˈvɛləpɪŋ/
(envelop)
to wrap or cover
Etymology
Etymology Information
'envelop' originates from French, specifically the word 'envelopper', where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'velop' meant 'to wrap'.
Historical Evolution
'envelopper' transformed into the English word 'envelop' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wrap or cover something', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'envelop'.
The fog was enveloping the entire city.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45