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 Definitions of encompass  [ɛnˈkʌm pəs]  

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Definition of 'encompass' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (v.t.) encompass
to form a circle about.

2.  encompass
to enclose.

3.  encompass
to include comprehensively.

4.  encompass
to bring about.

Etymology:  (1545–55)

Definition of 'encompass' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (verb) embrace, encompass, comprehend, cover
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
"This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds"; "this should cover everyone in the group"


Definition of 'encompass' Kernerman English Learner’s Dictionary 

1. (verb) encompass
to include most or all of
a curriculum that encompasses the diverse needs of children


Definition of 'encompass' Webster Dictionary 

1. (verb) encompass
to circumscribe or go round so as to surround closely; to encircle; to inclose; to environ; as, a ring encompasses the finger; an army encompasses a city; a voyage encompassing the world



'encompass' - Nearby Entries  

encolure  encomiastic  encomium  encompass  encompassing  encompassment  encopresis  



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