Meaning & Definition of word "Envelop"

Envelop

/ɪnˈvɛl.əp/

verb:

  • 1. To cover or enclose completely.
    • Example: The fog began to envelop the city, reducing visibility to just a few feet.
  • 2. To wrap up or surround in such a way as to conceal from view.
    • Example: The tree branches enveloped the small cabin, making it hard to spot from the road.
  • 3. To encompass or include as a part of a whole.
    • Example: Their new project plans envelop a variety of features not seen in previous models.
  • 4. To enclose in a covering.
    • Example: She decided to envelop the gift in vibrant wrapping paper.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'enveloper', from 'en-' (in) + 'veloper' (to wrap or cover).

Common Phrases and Expressions

envelop in mystery:

To make something obscure or difficult to understand.

enveloped in darkness:

Surrounded completely by darkness.

Related Words

envelope:

A flat, usually rectangular or square paper container for a letter or message.

envelopment:

The action of enveloping or being enveloped.

Slang Meanings of envelop

Meaning: To wrap it up

Example Sentence: Let's just envelop this project and move on.