noun

wrapper

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Wrapper (noun) means a covering used to wrap something, especially food or a package. Example: “He crumpled the candy wrapper and tossed it in the bin.”

noun

A covering used to wrap something, especially food or a package.

"He crumpled the candy wrapper and tossed it in the bin."

(computing) Code that provides simplified access to another piece of code or system.

"The library is just a thin wrapper around the operating system's file API."

How to use wrapper

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething used to wrap or cover another thing — physically, or in software, a simplified layer around more complex code.

Common pairings

candy wrapper API wrapper

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: wrappers

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Etymology

From wrap plus the agent/instrument suffix "-er."

Synonyms

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negligee housecoat wrapping neglige wrap peignoir wrapper class primitive wrapper class

Related words

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Rhymes for wrapper

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wrapper” mean?

The word “wrapper” means a covering used to wrap something, especially food or a package. In plain terms, something used to wrap or cover another thing — physically, or in software, a simplified layer around more complex code.

How do you pronounce “wrapper”?

“Wrapper” is pronounced RAP (/ˈɹæpɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “wrapper” in a sentence?

Here is “wrapper” used in a sentence: “He crumpled the candy wrapper and tossed it in the bin.”

What is another word for “wrapper”?

Words with a similar meaning to “wrapper” include wrapper class and primitive wrapper class.

What part of speech is “wrapper”?

“Wrapper” is a noun.

How many meanings does “wrapper” have?

“Wrapper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a covering used to wrap something, especially food or a package.

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