Definition

To surround something completely or to put something inside something else, often to protect or contain it.

Example

Please enclose your payment with the application form.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you remember to enclose the photos with your application?

Oh no, I totally forgot about that!

It's important, they want to see our work.

I'll make sure to enclose them before I send it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enclose → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "claudere" (meaning to shut or close). The word "enclose" means to cause something to be shut in or surrounded by something else.

Memory Tip

Think of causing something to be 'shut in' — 'en-' means to cause to be in, and 'claudere' means to close.

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