wraps
Wraps (adj) means slang for finished, over, or without any hope of continuing. Example: “Once the funding fell through, the project was wraps.”
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishInformal way of saying something is done for, or that there's no way to salvage it.
Casual slang, mostly spoken — not used in formal writing.
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What does “wraps” mean?
The word “wraps” means slang for finished, over, or without any hope of continuing. In plain terms, informal way of saying something is done for, or that there's no way to salvage it.
How do you use “wraps” in a sentence?
Here is “wraps” used in a sentence: “Once the funding fell through, the project was wraps.”
What part of speech is “wraps”?
“Wraps” is an adjective.
Is “wraps” a common word?
“Wraps” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What does it mean when something "wraps" up or is a "wrap"?
When used this way, "wraps" (or "a wrap") signals that something is finished, over, or has no further progress expected, as in "that project is a wrap." This slang usage is especially common in the entertainment industry to mark the end of filming for the day or the whole production.
What is the difference between "it's a wrap" and "wraps up"?
"It's a wrap" is a fixed slang phrase declaring something completely finished, while "wraps up" is a phrasal verb meaning to bring something to a conclusion, as in "let's wrap up the meeting." The phrasal verb describes the act of finishing, while "a wrap" states the finished result.
Is using "wraps" to mean "finished" formal or informal?
This use of "wraps" is informal slang and best suited to casual speech or industry jargon rather than formal writing. In formal contexts, words like "concluded" or "completed" are more appropriate.