wrapping Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped
   wrap; wrapper.
   
2. noun an enveloping bandage
   swathe.
   
3. verb arrange or fold as a cover or protection
   wrap; wrap up.
   
   • wrap the baby before taking her out
   • Wrap the present
4. verb arrange or or coil around
   wrap; twine; roll; wind.
   
   • roll your hair around your finger
   • Twine the thread around the spool
   • She wrapped her arms around the child
5. verb enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering
   wrap; enclose; envelop; enfold; enwrap.
   
   • Fog enveloped the house
6. verb crash into so as to coil around
   wrap.
   
   • The teenager wrapped his car around the fire hydrant

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