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

1. attractive wrapping paper suitable for wrapping gifts