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wrap

verb

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Meaning

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To cover or enclose something in paper or soft material; to fold or coil around something. As a noun, a garment or material used for wrapping.

Example Sentence

Please wrap the present carefully so it doesn't get damaged before the party.

Usage Note

Use 'wrap' when you want to describe the action of covering something, often with paper or cloth, like wrapping a gift, wrapping a baby in a blanket, or wrapping food to keep it fresh. It can also refer to the material itself, such as a 'shawl wrap' or 'plastic wrap'.