Definition of wrap - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
enclosuretr. cover or enclose something in paper or soft materialtr.
- She decided to wrap the gift in shiny paper..
2.
conclusiontr./intr. conclude or bring to an endtr./intr.
- Let's wrap the meeting and summarize the decisions..
3.
auto newlinetr. TECH. break a line of text onto the next linetr. TECH.
- The text editor will wrap the lines automatically.
4.
graspingintr. coil around an object or organismintr.
- The snake wrapped itself around the branch.
5.
filmingintr. TECH. finish shooting a video or movieintr. TECH.
- The director announced they would wrap by Friday.
6.
resettingintr. TECH. reset to an original value after passing a maximumintr. TECH.
- The counter will wrap back to zero after reaching ten.
Noun
1.
foodtype of sandwich with tortilla around filling
- I had a chicken wrap for lunch.
2.
packagingmaterial used to cover or protect something
- She used colorful wrap for the gift.
3.
shawlclothing worn around the shoulders
- She draped a wrap over her evening dress.
4.
actionthe act of wrapping something
- The wrap of the package was done carefully.
5.
filmTECH. completion of filming or performanceTECH.
- The director announced it was a wrap.
Images of wrap
type of sandwich with tortilla around filling 
material used to cover or protect something 
clothing worn around the shoulders
Expressions with wrap
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put on warm clothing for protection
He needs to wrap up before going outside.
celebration after completing filming of a movie or show
The wrap party was held at a fancy restaurant.
cover something completely
Wrap it up in a blanket to keep it warm.
finish talking about a topic
Let's wrap up discussions on this project and move to the next item.
cover or enclose something with material
She decided to wrap up in a warm blanket.
successfully control or influence someone for a long time
She can wrap her boss around her little finger easily.
protect someone too much from harm or treat with extreme care
She tends to wrap her children in cotton wool.
finalize negotiations or discussions
We need to wrap up a deal with the suppliers by tomorrow.
finish a meeting
We need to wrap up a meeting before 5 PM.
used to announce something is finished or completed
It's a wrap! Let's go home.
used to indicate the activity has just ended
After the final scene, the director said, "That's a wrap!"
understand something difficult or complex
She couldn't wrap her head around the math problem.
understand something difficult or complex
I can’t wrap your head around quantum mechanics for you; study the basics first.
use national pride to gain support or approval
The politician tried to wrap in the flag during the debate.
tortilla filled with breakfast items
She ordered a breakfast wrap with sausage and cheese.
plastic sheet with air bubbles for packaging
She wrapped the vase in bubble wrap for safety.
material used to cover food
She used food wrap to cover the leftovers.
dress with a front closure by wrapping
She wore a stylish wrap dress to the party.
encircle someone or something with one's arms
She wrapped her arms around him tightly.
thin plastic film for sealing food containers
Cover the leftovers with cling wrap to keep them fresh.
thin plastic film used to cover food to keep it fresh
She covered the leftover salad with plastic wrap to store in the fridge..
dress in warm clothes to stay warm
Make sure to wrap up warm before going out in the snow.
supportive strip worn on the hand joint, often for strain recovery
He put on a wrist wrap to steady his joint during training.
the final part of a process or activity
We had a meeting for the project wrap-up.
Origin of wrap
Old English, wræppan (to wrap)
Terms with wrap included in their meaning
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shaping
wrap into a cylindrical shape
covering
wrap items in thin metal to keep them fresh
wrap bundle
put or wrap items together for sale or transport
coil
wrap something around another object
wrap injury
wrap with a strip of cloth for protection or support
wrapping materials
materials used to wrap or protect goods
wrap
grilled meat served in bread
covering
wrap surfaces using printed sheets for protection
commerce
material to wrap a product for sale
covering
cover or wrap with cloth or paper
mexican meal
tortilla wrap filled with seasoned beef and other ingredients
medical
wrap with bandages for protection
tie
to tie or wrap things into a bundle
logistics
substance or items used to wrap, protect, or contain goods for shipping
logistics
wrap something into a package for shipment
clothing
wrap using a long cloth around neck for warmth
wrap object
wrap or coil something around another thing
baby clothing
cloths or bands used to wrap babies tightly
packing
wrap something into a bundle
wrapping
thin paper used to wrap sandwiches
wrap up time
end-of-session slot for extra matters beyond listed items
wrapping
wrap materials into a tightly bound bundle
bubble wrap
plastic material with air-filled bubbles for cushioning
organization
wrap or tie things together
Examples of wrap in a sentence
They wrap the sandwiches in foil for freshness. We need to wrap the project by Friday. They decided to wrap the event with a thank-you speech. Make sure to wrap the text to fit the screen. The software can wrap text to avoid horizontal scrolling. Wrap the ribbon around the gift box.
I wrapped my scarf around my neck. They will wrap the film next week. The crew is set to wrap today. The digital clock will wrap at midnight. When the score reaches 100, it will wrap to zero. She ordered a veggie wrap for dinner. The wrap was filled with fresh ingredients. The wrap on the package was torn. He chose a biodegradable wrap for the sandwich. She wore a wrap to keep warm in the breeze. The wrap complemented her outfit perfectly. The wrap of each gift took only a minute. Her careful wrap protected the vase during shipping. After months of work, it's finally a wrap. The crew celebrated the wrap of the movie.
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- French:emballer, wrap, ...
- German:einwickeln, Wrap, ...
- Italian:incartare, wrap, ...
- Spanish:cubrir, wrap, ...
- Portuguese:envolver, wrap, ...
- Chinese:包裹, 卷饼, ...
- Japanese:包む, ラップ, ...
- Arabic:لَفَّ, راب, ...
- Hebrew:לַעֲטוֹף, רָאַפּ, ...
- Russian:заворачивать, ролл, ...
- Ukrainian:загортати, рол, ...
- Hindi:लपेटना, रैप, ...
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