wraparound
Translation
wraparound
Examples
He wore wraparound sunglasses to protect his eyes.
He wore wraparound sunglasses to protect his eyes.
The house has a beautiful wraparound porch.
The house has a beautiful wraparound porch.
Grammar Patterns
a wraparound ((noun)) describes a noun that curves around the sides. She bought a wraparound skirt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: surrounding, encircling, panoramic
Etymology
A compound word from 'wrap' + 'around'. It literally describes something that wraps around an object or person.
Memory Tips
Visualize something that literally 'wraps around' you, like a wraparound skirt or wraparound sunglasses. The word itself describes its function.