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Meaning of enclosed
The primary meaning of the word "enclosed" is to surround or shut something in on all sides.
Etymology of enclosed
The word "enclosed" comes from the Old French word "enclos", which is derived from the verb "enclore", meaning "to shut in" or "to surround"
The word has been in use since the 14th century, initially meaning "to surround or shut in" and later developing additional meanings related to confinement and restriction
Synonyms
confined
restricted
limited
surrounded
shut in
fenced in
walled in
bounded
hedged in
enclosed
circumscribed
enclosed
hemmed in
enclosed
confined
locked in
barred
blocked
obstructed
screened
sheltered
protected
covered
shielded
guarded
secured
fenced
walled
bounded
gated
isolated
secluded
separated
divided
partitioned
sectioned
cloistered
sequestered
Definitions
- Surrounded or shut in on all sides, typically by a physical barrier such as a wall or fence
- Confined or restricted to a particular area or space
- Included or contained within something, such as a document or package
Usage Examples
- The garden was enclosed by a high stone wall to keep out deer and other wildlife
- The documents were enclosed in a sealed envelope to maintain confidentiality
- The area was enclosed by a fence to prevent trespassing
Antonyms
open
exposed
unrestricted
unconfined
unlimited
unbounded
unfenced
unguarded
unprotected
uncovered
unshielded
unsecured
unblocked
unobstructed
unscreened
unsheltered
unguarded
accessible
visible
obvious
apparent
evident
clear
transparent
unconcealed
unsealed
unenclosed