envelopes
Pronunciation: [ˈɛnvəˌloʊps]
Word
Context: “everyday items”
(noun) an envelope is a flat, usually rectangular paper container used to hold a letter or other document. It protects the letter inside and has a flap that you can seal.
Example
I put my birthday invitation in an envelope before sending it out.
Example
I forgot to put the letter in the envelope before mailing it.
Example
Can you help me find an envelope for my thank-you note?
Context: “covering”
(verb) to envelop means to completely cover or surround something. It's like when you wrap a present in paper; you are enveloping the gift.
Example
The warm blanket enveloped me on a chilly night.
Example
The rain didn't envelop the city, just a few areas got wet.
Example
How does the fog envelop the trees in the morning?
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