wrap up

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Definition
  1. Verb (transitive):
    • To cover or enclose something completely, typically by folding material around it: This meaning refers to the physical action of surrounding an object with a covering, like paper or cloth.
    • To bring to a conclusion; to finish something completely: This meaning refers to completing an activity, project, or task.
    • To put on warm clothing: This is an informal meaning referring to dressing warmly, usually for cold weather.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb (transitive):
    • Could you wrap up the leftovers before putting them in the fridge? (Physical covering)
    • The detective wrapped up the investigation by noon. (Finishing a task)
    • It's freezing outside; make sure you wrap up warm! (Putting on warm clothes)
Advanced Usage
  • "to wrap it up": an informal phrase meaning to finish or conclude something, often an event or speech.
    • The speaker noticed the time and said, "I need to wrap it up."
  • "to be wrapped up in something/someone": to be completely absorbed or engrossed in something, such as an activity, idea, or person.
    • He is completely wrapped up in his new research project.
Variants and Related Words
  • Wrapper (n): a piece of paper, plastic, or other material that covers something.
    • She removed the candy's wrapper.
  • Wrapping (n): the material used to cover something.
    • The gift wrapping was beautiful.
Synonyms
  • Enclose: to surround or close in on all sides.
  • Conclude: to bring to an end; to finish.
  • Bundle up: to dress warmly (informal, similar to the clothing meaning).
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Wrap around: to encircle or surround something.
    • The scarf wrapped around her neck twice.
  • Wrap in: to cover something by enclosing it within a material.
    • She wrapped the fragile item in bubble wrap.
Related Idioms
  • Wrap (someone) around your little finger: to have complete control or influence over someone.
    • The toddler has his parents wrapped around his little finger.
  • Under wraps: kept secret or confidential.
    • The new product design is still under wraps.
Verb
  1. clothe, as if for protection from the elements
    • cover your head!
  2. form a cylinder by rolling
    • roll up a banner
  3. finish a task completely
    • I finally got through this homework assignment
  4. arrange or fold as a cover or protection
    • wrap the baby before taking her out
    • Wrap the present

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