wrapping

noun

wrap·​ping ˈra-piŋ How to pronounce wrapping (audio)
: something used to wrap an object : wrapper

Examples of wrapping in a Sentence

She tore the wrapping off the present. Some of the mummy's wrappings had been removed.
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This classic method has been a staple of gift wrapping for years, but Karaba's brother brought a fresh twist to the process. David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 Some business owners told her about opening extra hours or additional days for the holidays, offering last-minute discounts and gift wrapping of Christmas items to help with last-minute purchases. Gael Langdon, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024 Gift wrapping saved Michelle Hensley’s side hustle — and turned it into a full-fledged business. Megan Sauer,alex Koller,natalie Wu, CNBC, 24 Dec. 2024 Old newspapers or magazines or even fabric could work well; get some inspiration for the latter from furoshiki, the traditional Japanese art of fabric wrapping. Verity Burns, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wrapping 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wrapping was in the 14th century

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“Wrapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wrapping. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.

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wrapping

noun
wrap·​ping
ˈrap-iŋ
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