wrapping

noun

wrap·​ping ˈra-piŋ How to pronounce wrapping (audio)
: something used to wrap an object : wrapper

Examples of wrapping in a Sentence

She tore the wrapping off the present. Some of the mummy's wrappings had been removed.
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Plus, no wrapping is required,because this set comes ready to go in festive packaging. Maggie Horton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024 The tree will be carried by Lynden Transport in an 80-foot flatbed truck covered with protective wrapping and a plexiglass window at the rear. Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 8 Nov. 2024 Customized gift wrapping and cards personalized by a calligrapher will be also offered to shoppers. Sandra Salibian, WWD, 27 Nov. 2024 Remove all the wrapping, place turkey on a microwave-safe dish to collect its juices, and microwave on the defrost setting about 6 minutes per pound. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wrapping 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wrapping was in the 14th century

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“Wrapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wrapping. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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