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

Buying candy in bulk also reduces the number of individual wrappers making their way to landfills, according to Keep America Beautiful. —Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2024

Meanwhile, the wrapper—the thin sheet of dough that encloses the filling—contains carbohydrates, which provide the quick energy your body needs to tackle all the tasks on your to-do list. —Caroline Tien, SELF, 8 Oct. 2024

Remove the applicator from the wrapper and remove its cover. —Ashley Wong, Health, 17 Oct. 2024

Smart: Vance can put an intellectual wrapper around Trump's red meat. —Axios, 16 July 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