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wrap

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈɹæp// UK //ɹˈæp// wrap Archaic General-service Informal Slang

n. a thin piece of flatbread rolled around a filling like meat, cheese, or vegetables. It is a popular, easy-to-eat alternative to a sandwich.

n. a food item consisting of various fillings rolled inside a soft flatbread, such as a tortilla or lavash. Often used as a synonym for a rolled sandwich in culinary contexts.


SIMPLE

I usually have a chicken wrap for lunch.

CONTEXTUAL

The deli offers a variety of vegetarian options, including a spicy bean wrap with fresh avocado.

COMPLEX

While traditional sandwiches remain a staple, the portable nature of the wrap has made it a dominant choice for commuters seeking a quick, hand-held meal.

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Etymology 1

From Middle English wrappen (“to wrap, fold”), of uncertain origin. Perhaps related to North Frisian wrappe (“to press into; stop up”), dialectal Danish vrappe (“to stuff, cram”), Middle Low German rincworpen (“to envelop, wrap”), Middle Low German wrempen (“to wrinkle, scrunch the face”), all perhaps tied to Proto-Indo-European werp-, werb- (“to turn, twist, bend”). Compare also similar-sounding and similar-meaning Middle English wlappen (“to wrap, lap, envelop, fold”), Middle Dutch lappen (“to wrap up”), Old Italian goluppare (“to wrap”) (from Germanic). Doublet of lap; related to envelop, develop. Also compare Latin verber (“whip, lash”).

Etymology 2

From Middle English wrappe, from the verb (see above).

Usage

Commonly used in food service and casual dining contexts.

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