enclosed (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkloʊzd/

Definition

Surrounded or closed off on all sides.

Examples

• The garden was enclosed by a tall wooden fence.

• He felt trapped in the small, enclosed space.

• The property is enclosed by a security gate.

How to Use enclosed

enclosed by (prepositional phrase)

Surrounded by a specific barrier or feature. — "The courtyard was enclosed by ancient stone walls."

enclosed in (prepositional phrase)

Contained within something. — "The rare stamp was enclosed in a protective sleeve."

Synonyms of enclosed

Words with a similar meaning to enclosed:

• surrounded
• contained
• hemmed in
• sealed

Antonyms of enclosed

Words with the opposite meaning to enclosed:

• open
• unfenced
• unrestricted

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