enclose Definition
- 1surround or close off on all sides
- 2place (something) in an envelope together with a letter
- 3include something as a constituent part of a larger thing
Using enclose: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enclose" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The garden was enclosed by a high wall.
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Please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope with your application.
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The report enclosed a list of recommendations for improvement.
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The park is enclosed within the city limits.
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The letter was enclosed in a plain white envelope.
enclose Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with enclose
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The submarine's crew worked in an enclosed space for months at a time.
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The family enjoyed sitting on the enclosed porch during the summer evenings.
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The company used an enclosed cargo trailer to transport their products to different locations.
Origins of enclose
from Old French 'enclos', past participle of 'enclore', meaning 'to enclose'
Summary: enclose in Brief
The verb 'enclose' [ɪnˈkləʊz] means to surround or close off on all sides, as in 'The garden was enclosed by a high wall.' It can also mean to place something in an envelope, as in 'Please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope with your application.' Additionally, it can mean to include something as a constituent part of a larger thing, as in 'The report enclosed a list of recommendations for improvement.' 'Enclose' can be used in phrases like 'enclosed space,' 'enclosed porch,' and 'enclosed cargo trailer.'
