gift wrap
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Definition
Noun: * Decorative paper for presents: "Gift wrap" refers to decorative paper, often colored or patterned, specifically designed and used for covering a gift to make it look attractive.
Usage
"Gift wrap" is used as a non-count noun to describe the material itself. It is commonly found in stores, especially during holidays. * We need to buy some gift wrap for the birthday party. * She chose a beautiful silver gift wrap for the wedding present. * Do you sell gift wrap and ribbons here?
Advanced Usage
- "Gift-wrapped" (Adjective): Describes a present that has been covered in gift wrap. Note the hyphen.
- All presents must be gift-wrapped before the event.
- "To gift-wrap" (Verb): The action of wrapping a present with decorative paper. Note the hyphen.
- Can you gift-wrap this book for me?
- The store offers a free gift-wrapping service.
Variants and Related Words
- Wrapping paper: A more general term for paper used to wrap items, which can include gift wrap.
- Gift bag: A decorative bag used as an alternative to gift wrap.
- Ribbon/Bow: Items often used in conjunction with gift wrap to decorate a present.
Synonyms
- Wrapping paper
- Decorative paper
Related Phrases
- To wrap a gift/present: The general action of covering a gift, which may or may not involve decorative "gift wrap."
- I spent the evening wrapping gifts.
Noun
- attractive wrapping paper suitable for wrapping gifts