Associations to the word «Encompassing»

Wiktionary

ENCOMPASS, verb. (transitive) To form a circle around; to encircle.
ENCOMPASS, verb. (transitive) To include within its scope; to circumscribe or go round so as to surround; to enclose; to contain.
ENCOMPASS, verb. (transitive) To include completely; to describe fully or comprehensively.
ENCOMPASS, verb. (transitive) To go around, especially, to circumnavigate.

Dictionary definition

ENCOMPASS, verb. Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory; "This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds"; "this should cover everyone in the group".

Wise words

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