First Known Use: 14th century
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encompass
verb en·com·pass \in-ˈkəm-pəs, en- also -ˈkäm-\
: to include (something) as a part
: to cover or surround (an area)
Full Definition of ENCOMPASS
transitive verb
1
a : to form a circle about : enclose b obsolete : to go completely around
2
a : envelop b : include, comprehend <a plan that encompasses a number of aims>
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Origin of ENCOMPASS
Middle English
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encompass
verb en·com·pass \in-ˈkəm-pəs\
en·com·passeden·com·pass·ing
Definition of ENCOMPASS for Kids
1
: to cover or surround : encircle <Mountains encompass the peaceful valley.>
2
: include <The subject of social studies encompasses history, civics, and geography.>
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