encircle
Translation
to surround, to enclose, to encompass
Examples
The castle was encircled by a deep moat.
The castle was encircled by a deep moat.
The protesters encircled the government building.
The protesters encircled the government building.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to surround (sth.) completely The castle was encircled by a deep moat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: surround, enclose, encompass; Antonyms: release, free
Etymology
From the prefix 'en-' (in, into) and 'circle'. Literally, 'to put in a circle'.
Memory Tips
Imagine drawing a 'circle' 'en'tirely around something.