noun · 8 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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/ˈɹæpɚ/
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homophone: rapper
rhymes with -æpə(ɹ)
CMU ARPABET:R AE1 P ER0
Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
noun
Meaning 1
Something that is wrapped around something else as a cover or protection: a wrapping.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 2
An outer garment; a loose robe or dressing gown.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 3
One who, or that which, wraps.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
He proved to be a remarkably efficient wrapper of parcels.
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noun
Meaning 4
A construct, such as a class or module, that serves to mediate access to another.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: object-oriented programming
Examples
We need a Perl wrapper for this C++ library.
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noun
Meaning 5
A startup company that sells technology that it largely does not make.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory
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noun
Meaning 6
a loose dressing gown for women
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: negligee, neglige, peignoir, housecoat
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: woman's clothing
Narrower terms: brunch coat, camisole
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noun
Meaning 7
cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: wrap
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: cloak
8
noun
Meaning 8
the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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