encompass

[US]/ɪnˈkʌmpəs/
[UK]/ɪnˈkʌmpəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. surround; encircle.

Example Sentences

a lake that encompasses an island;

a reservoir encompassed by mountains

The enemy encompassed the city.

territories encompassing high moor and upland.

an act designed to encompass the death of the king.

The course will encompass physics, chemistry and biology.

He encompassed the ruin of his enemies.

a survey that encompassed a wide range of participants.

no studies encompass all sectors of medical care.

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