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    Envoltorio (en. Wrapper)

    /em.bol'to.ɾjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Protective layer that covers or contains an object.
    The wrapping of the gift was colorful and attracted attention.
    El envoltorio del regalo era colorido y atraía la atención.
    Material in which products are packed.
    The chocolate wrapper is made of metallic paper.
    El envoltorio del chocolate es de papel metalizado.
    Contents found inside a package.
    Upon opening the wrapping, I discovered a beautiful scarf.
    Al abrir el envoltorio, descubrí una hermosa bufanda.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'envelop', which comes from the Latin 'envolvere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Gift wrap
    It refers to the paper or material used to wrap a gift.
    envoltorio de regalo
    Remove the wrapping
    To take off the material that covers an object.
    quitar el envoltorio
    Find the wrapping
    To locate the material that wraps a specific object.
    encontrar el envoltorio

    Related Words

    To wrap
    To cover something with a layer or material.
    envolver
    Packaging
    The process of packaging products for shipping or sale.
    embalaje
    Cover
    Layer used to cover or protect something.
    funda

    Slang Meanings

    In some regions, it can refer to a prison or place of confinement.
    Being in the wrapping means being locked up in jail.
    Estar en el envoltorio significa estar encerrado en la cárcel.
    It is used humorously to refer to a state of confusion or mental disorder.
    After so many hours of studying, I'm in total confusion.
    Después de tantas horas de estudio, estoy en el envoltorio total.