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Definition of encompass

encompass

/ɪnˈkʌm.pəs/
en · com · pass
Adjective:encompassing
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Past Simple:encompassed
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Past Participle:encompassed
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Present Participle:encompassing
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encompass Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To include comprehensively or cover a wide range of ideas, subjects, or elements.

Example

"The interdisciplinary course is designed to encompass elements of history, sociology, and economics."

2

To surround completely and hold within a boundary or area.

Example

"Tall pine forests encompass the quiet mountain valley on all sides."

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encompass
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the prefix 'en-' (meaning 'in' or 'around') and 'compass', which derives via Old French from Vulgar Latin 'compassare' (meaning 'to measure by paces').

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