Encase

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkeɪs/

Definitions of encase

verb to surround or cover something completely with a material or object

Example Sentences

A1 I encase my sandwiches in plastic wrap before putting them in my lunchbox.

A2 The precious jewelry was encased in a glass display box.

B1 The phone was encased in a protective cover to prevent damage.

B2 The ancient artifact was carefully encased in a glass container for preservation.

C1 The valuable documents were encased in a fireproof safe for security.

C2 The delicate flower was encased in a glass dome to protect it from the elements.

Examples of encase in a Sentence

formal The valuable artifact was encased in a glass display for protection.

informal I always encase my phone in a sturdy case to prevent it from breaking.

slang She encased her laptop in bubble wrap before packing it in her bag.

figurative His fear encased him like a thick fog, making it hard to see clearly.

Grammatical Forms of encase

• past tense: encased
• plural: encases
• comparative: more encased
• superlative: most encased
• present tense: encases
• future tense: will encase
• perfect tense: has encased
• continuous tense: is encasing
• singular: encases
• positive degree: encase
• infinitive: to encase
• gerund: encasing
• participle: encased

Origin and Evolution of encase

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English and Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'encase' originated from the Middle English word 'encasen' which was derived from the Old French word 'encaisser' meaning 'to enclose in a chest'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'encase' has come to mean to enclose or cover something completely in a case or container, expanding from the original idea of enclosing in a chest.