ɪnˈkləuz v.tr. (also inclose) 1 (often foll. by
with, in) a
surround with a
wall,
fence, etc. b
shut in on
all sides. 2 fence in (common land) so as to
make it
private property. 3 put in a
receptacle (esp. in an
envelope together with a letter). 4 (usu. as enclosed adj.)
seclude (a
religious community)
from the outside world. 5
esp.
Math. bound on all sides;
contain. 6 hem in on all sides. [ME f. OF enclos
past part. of enclore ult. f. L includere (as INCLUDE)]