inwrap

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈræp/

KK: /ɪnˈræp/

verb

Definition

To wrap something completely or to cover it entirely.

Example

She decided to inwrap the gift in colorful paper before giving it to her friend.

Tense Forms

Past: inwrapped

Past Participle: inwrapped

Conversation

I got this beautiful gift for you, but I need to inwrap it first.

That's so sweet of you! What's inside?

It's a surprise! I just want to make sure it looks perfect when I inwrap it.

I can't wait to see it! I'm sure it'll be amazing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

enclose

wrap

shroud

Antonyms

uncover

reveal

expose

Root Explanation

Inwrap → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "wrap" (from Old English "wrappian", meaning to cover or envelop). The word "inwrap" means to cover or envelop something by bringing it into a wrap or covering.

Memory Tip

Think of bringing something 'into' ('in-') a 'wrap' — that's why inwrap means to cover something by wrapping it.

Visually Confused Words

unwrap

enwrap