Definitions

enclose

[en-klohz] / ɛnˈkloʊz /

VERB

put inside, surround

Synonyms

STRONGEST

block off encase encircle encompass hem in insert wrap

STRONG

blockade bound cage circle circumscribe confine corral cover enfold enshroud environ fence hedge imbue immure implant impound imprison include induct intern jail limit mew pen restrict veil

WEAK

box up close in coop fence off lock in lock up mure set apart shut in wall in

Antonyms

STRONG

exclude face free let go liberate meet reject release reveal set free

WEAK

unloose

Example Sentences

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Why not enclose Vuitton’s allotted space within the shell of a trans-Atlantic liner?

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

They requested China enclose this section inside the embassy's security perimeter.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025

The contractor asked if they wanted to move the washer and dryer to a different space in the home or enclose them to hide them.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2024

Their capsule-like shape can enclose and protect mRNA, which provides instructions for cells to manufacture proteins.

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2024

We received your message and enclose your Christmas present.

From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling

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