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Meaning of the word encompass in English

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encompass

US /ɪnˈkʌm.pəs/
UK /ɪnˈkʌm.pəs/
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Verb

1.

surround and have or hold within

Example:
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The city's walls encompass the old town.
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The new policy will encompass all employees.
Synonym:
includecontaincoverembracesurround
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