Standard Lemma guide

wraparound

adj · noun · 12 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

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Pronunciation

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  • /ˈɹæp.ə.ɹaʊnd/
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1

adj

Meaning 1

Designed to be wrapped around the body and tied.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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adj

Meaning 2

Extending around a corner or bend.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable, usually

Qualifier: sunglasses and eyeglasses lenses

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3

adj

Meaning 3

Serving to surround or bookend something else.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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4

noun

Meaning 4

A garment that is wrapped around the body and tied.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

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5

noun

Meaning 5

A label or advertising display that wraps around a container.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

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noun

Meaning 6

A segment where material featuring one person (such as a reporter) is introduced and concluded by another person.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

Topics: broadcasting, media, radio, television

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7

noun

Meaning 7

An extension to a property that combines side and rear additions.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: attributive, countable, often

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8

noun

Meaning 8

Synonym of wraparound mortgage.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

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Synonyms: wraparound mortgage

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noun

Meaning 9

Word wrap, the word processing feature that moves text to the beginning of the next line if it will not fit at the end of the current line.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

Examples

  • See also: autowrap, backwrap, line break, word wrap, and wrapping

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10

noun

Meaning 10

The wrapping of numerical values in case of underflow or overflow.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, programming, sciences

Examples

  • The addition of integers is unchecked, so wraparound occurs if the resulting value is beyond the representable range.

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noun

Meaning 11

An attempt to score by reaching around the side of the net from behind.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

Topics: hobbies, ice-hockey, lifestyle, skating, sports

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12

noun

Meaning 12

a garment (as a dress or coat) with a full length opening; adjusts to the body by wrapping around

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: garment

History

Etymology

From wrap + around.

Real reading context

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