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encase

/ɛnˈkeɪs/ verb · British & US
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What does encase mean?

verb

to put or enclose something in a case or covering, or to surround or envelop something completely.

Example

"The fragile vase was carefully encased in bubble wrap to prevent breakage during shipping."

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