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Meaning of the word wrap in English

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wrap

US /ræp/
UK /ræp/
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Verb

1.

cover or enclose (someone or something) in paper or soft material

Example:
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She decided to wrap the gift in colorful paper.
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He wrapped a blanket around himself to keep warm.
Synonym:
enfoldenvelopswathemufflebundle
2.

finish or complete (a film, show, or other project)

Example:
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They hope to wrap filming by next month.
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Let's wrap this meeting up.
Synonym:
finishcompleteconcludeendterminate

Noun

1.

a loose outer garment or piece of material wrapped around the body

Example:
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She wore a warm wrap over her shoulders.
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The dancer used a flowing silk wrap in her performance.
Synonym:
shawlstolecloakcapemantle
2.

a type of sandwich or food item made by wrapping ingredients in a flatbread or tortilla

Example:
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I'll have a chicken wrap for lunch.
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The vegetarian wrap is very popular.
Synonym:
rollburritosandwich
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