ensheathe

verb

Definition of ensheathenext
as in to armor

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensheathe
  1. encapsulate
  2. surround
  3. cocoon
  4. ring
Verb
  • From boutiques such as Jenny Packham and Goyard on Mount Street to cultural treasures on Albemarle Street, Mayfair encapsulates London’s vibrant and diverse luxury scene.
    Eva Ramirez, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • The criticism encapsulated an ongoing culture war that has played out on social media between the right and left of the political spectrum.
    Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of encapsulate
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  • The pair was surrounded by an arch of pink and red roses next to a body of water.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
  • For thrill-seekers, navigate the rapids of the Pho Chhu River, an exhilarating way to take in the pristine surrounding landscape.
    Mark Lakin, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of surround
Verb
  • Just the name inspires dreams of a plush mattress that will cocoon your body into a state of restful slumber and easy dreaming.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Stephen cocoons her while their steaks burn on the barbecue.
    Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of cocoon
Verb
  • Now they’re fortified and cleaned, the bells’ ringing mechanism updated, and the great organ (set between the bell towers on the west side) restored.
    Dana Thomas, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
  • In the stunned, ringing silence of the visiting locker room, Lutz and many others struggled to find words to describe the sting.
    Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of ring
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