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enclosure

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈkloʊʒər]

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Learn how to use enclosure in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical space”

(noun) a closed-off area or space that is surrounded by something like walls, fences, or barriers. Think of a backyard that has a fence all around it; that's an enclosure. It keeps things inside and can help keep other things out.

Example

The dog was happily playing in the enclosure with plenty of room to run.

Example

The park didn't have an enclosure, so the kids had to be careful not to wander too far.

Example

Is there an enclosure around the playground to keep the children safe?

Context: “communication”

(noun) a document or item that is included with a letter or package. When you send a letter and include some extra papers, those extra papers are called enclosures.

Example

She mailed the application along with several enclosures to support her request.

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He forgot to include any enclosures in his letter, so it was incomplete.

Example

Did you check if there were any enclosures with that important letter?

Context: “animal care”

(noun) a specific area in a zoo or farm where animals are kept. It's like their little home where they can live and be cared for.

Example

The lion's enclosure was large and filled with plenty of grass and rocks.

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The zoo had to close the elephant's enclosure for repairs, so visitors couldn't see them.

Example

What type of animals are in the new enclosure at the zoo?

How to pronounce enclosure

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈkloʊʒər]

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