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wrapping

n. C / U
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɹæpɪŋ// UK //ɹˈæpɪŋ// wrap·ping

n. the paper, plastic, or other material used to cover something. You usually remove it before you use the item inside.

n. a protective or decorative covering for an object. Uncountable when referring to the material in general; countable when referring to a specific piece of cover.


SIMPLE

Please throw the candy wrapping in the bin.

CONTEXTUAL

The gift was beautiful, but the shiny gold wrapping was quite difficult to tear open.

COMPLEX

Modern logistics companies are increasingly moving away from plastic wrapping in favor of biodegradable alternatives to reduce the environmental impact of shipping.

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Etymology 1

From Middle English wrappinge, wrappynge, equivalent to wrap + -ing.

Etymology 2

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Usage

Often used in the singular to refer to the outer layer of a package.

Pitfall

the gift's wrappingsthe gift's wrappingLearners often pluralize 'wrapping' when referring to the paper on a single item, but the singular is standard for a single covering.

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