wrapping

noun

wrap·​ping ˈra-piŋ How to pronounce wrapping (audio)
: 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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Viña will continue Thursday (Feb. 27) with performances by headliner Incubus and The Cult and wrapping on Friday (Feb. 28) with an urban night featuring headliner Duki, Eladio Carrión and Kid Voodoo. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 26 Feb. 2025 The items were protected by bubble and foam wrapping, and when customs officials removed that wrapping, loose sand and dirt spilled out. John Annese, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2025 Decked out in blue wrapping and butterfly designs, the bottle made an appearance in the social media post. Angel Saunders, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025 The wrapping lenses also have Oakley’s Prizm technology, created to enhance colors and contrast, helping wearers see more details. Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 16 Feb. 2025 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 13 Mar. 2025.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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