wrapper

noun

wrap·​per ˈra-pər 

1

: that in which something is wrapped: such as

a

: a tobacco leaf used for the outside covering especially of cigars

b(1)

: jacket sense 3c(1)

(2)

: the paper cover of a book not bound in boards

c

: a paper wrapped around a newspaper or magazine in the mail

2

: one that wraps

3

: an article of clothing worn wrapped around the body

Examples of wrapper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Forensic tests on other items, including a water bottle and protein bar wrapper, have yet to yield a DNA match. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024

In addition to the shells, police discovered a water bottle and a candy wrapper in the area where the shooter was waiting for Thompson, ABC reported, adding that the evidence, as well as the cellphone, are believed to be linked to the shooter. —Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024

Other evidence recovered from the scene includes a water bottle and candy wrapper, police sources said. —Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024

The adorable creations feature beautiful muted tones and whimsical offerings like cauliflowers, bride and groom egg yolks and bunny rabbits in cupcake wrappers that appeal to a young girl’s growing sense of humor. —Bea McMonagle, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing wrapper

• dust wrapper

Kids Definition

wrapper

noun

wrap·​per ˈrap-ər 

1

: a covering or enclosure for something

2

: one that wraps

3

: a garment worn wrapped around the body