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adjective · verb · noun

wrapped

adj. · v. · n.
US /ˈɹæpt/ UK /ɹˈæpt/ wrapped

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    adj.describes something that is already inside a cover or package.

    adj.functioning as a participial adjective to describe an object that is enclosed in a protective or decorative covering.

    Simple

    The shop sells individually wrapped chocolates that are perfect for sharing.

    In context

    The sterile instruments remained in their wrapped containers until the surgeon was ready to begin the procedure.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate Informal Theatre

    v.finished filming a scene or completed a long project.

    v.to have concluded a period of activity, particularly in film production or professional projects; often used with 'up'.

    Simple

    The film crew finally wrapped the last scene at three in the morning.

    In context

    Once the legal team wrapped the negotiations, both parties met in the boardroom to sign the final contracts.

  3. 03 B1 Intermediate Informal Computing

    n.a summary of what you did on a website or app during the past year.

    n.a personalized year-in-review feature on digital platforms that aggregates user data into a visual summary.

    Simple

    I shared my music wrapped on social media to show my favorite songs of the year.

    In context

    The streaming service's annual wrapped feature has become a significant marketing event, driving high levels of user engagement every December.


From Spotify Wrapped, launched in 2016, which popularised the concept.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Common
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