Encompass Definition

ĕn-kŭmpəs
encompassed, encompasses, encompassing
verb
encompassed, encompasses, encompassing
To shut in all around; surround; encircle.
Webster's New World
To enclose; envelop.
American Heritage
To contain; include.
Webster's New World
To have as part of something larger; include.
A galaxy encompassing billions of stars.
American Heritage
To bring about; achieve; contrive.
To encompass its destruction.
Webster's New World
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Origin of Encompass

Encompass Sentence Examples

  • She knelt in front of him and stood on her knees, lifting her arms to encompass his neck.

  • How am I supposed to encompass so much information in only one lecture?

  • The final exam will encompass all of the topics learned throughout the semester.

  • The training will encompass how to administer first aid and CPR.

  • The psychology class will encompass many mental illnesses and common behaviors.

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EENENC

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