enswathed

verb

Definition of enswathednext
past tense of enswathe
as in wrapped
to surround or cover closely swelling buds still enswathed in their furry overcoats

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  1. shrouded
  2. enveloped
  3. enclosed
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  • The origins of Stonehenge are shrouded in mystery, but it was built to align with the sun on solstice days.
    Amanda Cappelli, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Details about the missile are shrouded in mystery, and Raytheon officials referred questions on the matter to the Army.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of shrouded
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  • The nearby dining area rests alongside a gourmet kitchen enveloped in walnut cabinetry.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Since then, the Adams administration has been enveloped by a series of searches and seizures from investigators, leading to the resignations of top officials, including his police commissioner, schools chancellor, multiple deputy mayors and his director of Asian affairs.
    Jake Offenhartz, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of enveloped
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  • Think tender, aromatic vegetables enclosed in cheesy layers with a jammy, flavorful tomato sauce.
    Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The exterior of the Hudson's tower is now mostly, although not entirely, enclosed with glass.
    JC Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Enswathed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enswathed. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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