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Definition of encasement

encasement

/ɪnˈkeɪs.mənt/
en · case · ment
Plural:encasements
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encasement Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A protective covering, shell, or structure that completely surrounds or encloses an object.

Example

"The hypoallergenic mattress encasement zips completely shut to protect the bedding from dust mites and moisture."

2

The action of enclosing something inside a protective case, or the state of being enclosed.

Example

"The encasement of the ancient scroll in an airtight glass cylinder prevented further deterioration from humidity."

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• Rhymes for encasement

• Nearby Words

encampment
encapsulate
encase
encasement
encelia
enchant
enchanted

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 17th century from the verb 'encase' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ment', ultimately tracing back to Anglo-French 'casse' and Latin 'capsa', meaning a box or chest.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Encasement. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/encasement
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