wrapping

noun

wrap·​ping ˈra-piŋ How to pronounce wrapping (audio)
Synonyms of wrappingnext
: 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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Three matching shell casings were found within the wrapping of Jennie's body, and one was later found lodged between the baseboard and box spring of Emily's bed. Natalie Morales, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026 With the last of the wrapping paper thrown away and the Christmas tree out of the living room, the holidays might now be the last thing on people’s minds. Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026 There has always been a bunch of tepid hitting, and bouncing off with no wrapping up, leading to bushels of gash plays. Kenny Rosarion, Sun Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2026 Video provided by the Sheriff’s Office shows a large wrapping around one leg where he was brought down by the canine. Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026 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 3 Feb. 2026.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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