enclose

13 synonyms and 3 antonyms for enclose, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To surround an area with a wall, fence, or other barrier.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

introduce

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

wrap insert

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

confine enfold enwrap put in envelop hold in inclose shut in close in stick in

Synonyms by Meaning

1. verb

To surround an area with a wall, fence, or other barrier.

“They enclosed the garden with a low picket fence.”

introduce wrap insert confine enfold enwrap put in envelop hold in inclose shut in close in stick in

Opposites

open expose

2. verb

To put something inside an envelope or package along with the main contents.

“Please enclose a stamped return envelope with your application.”

Opposites

exclude

How to use enclose

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

enclose a cheque enclosed by a fence

Etymology

From Old French enclore, ultimately from Latin includere ("to shut in"), from in- + claudere ("to shut"); related to "include."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “enclose” mean?

The word “enclose” means to surround an area with a wall, fence, or other barrier. In plain terms, to surround with a barrier, or to put something inside a letter or parcel.

How do you pronounce “enclose”?

“Enclose” is pronounced ihn-KLOHZ (/ɪnˈkloʊz/ in IPA).

How do you use “enclose” in a sentence?

Here is “enclose” used in a sentence: “They enclosed the garden with a low picket fence.”

What part of speech is “enclose”?

“Enclose” is a verb.

Where does the word “enclose” come from?

The word “enclose” comes from Latin. From Old French enclore, ultimately from Latin includere ("to shut in"), from in- + claudere ("to shut"); related to "include.".

How many meanings does “enclose” have?

“Enclose” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to surround an area with a wall, fence, or other barrier.

Related words

encircle enclosable encloser

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