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Definition of encompass verb from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

     

    encompass

     verb
    verb
    NAmE//ɪnˈkʌmpəs//
     
    (formal)Verb Forms present simple I / you / we / they encompass
     
    he / she / it encompasses
     
    past simple encompassed
     
    -ing form encompassing
     
     
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  1. 1encompass something to include a large number or range of things The job encompasses a wide range of responsibilities. The group encompasses all ages.
  2. 2encompass something to surround or cover something completely The fog soon encompassed the whole valley.
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