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Enclose Definition & Meaning

enclose
verb
  1. enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering; "Fog enveloped the house"
  2. close in; darkness enclosed him"
  3. surround completely; "Darkness enclosed him"; "They closed in the porch with a fence"
  4. introduce; "Insert your ticket here"

"Enclose" in song lyrics

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  • "O, in what sweets dost thou thy sins enclose!"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet XCV

Words that rhyme with enclose

Usage tips for "enclose"

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Frequently asked questions

What does enclose mean?
enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering; "Fog enveloped the house" close in; darkness enclosed him" surround completely; "Darkness enclosed him"; "They closed in the porch with a fence" introduce; "Insert your ticket here"
What part of speech is enclose?
Enclose is a verb.
How many definitions does enclose have?
Enclose has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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