encompassing
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/ɪnˈkʌmpəsɪŋ/
(encompass)
include comprehensively
Etymology
Etymology Information
'encompass' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'encompassen', where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'compass' meant 'circle or boundary'.
Historical Evolution
'encompassen' transformed into the modern English word 'encompass'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to form a circle around', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to include comprehensively'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'encompass'.
The project is encompassing a wide range of topics.
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