Enswathe — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /in-ˈswät͟h/ en·swathe

Meaning & Definition of Enswathe

Enswathe (verb)

  1. to enfold or enclose with or as if with a covering, swathe

Enswathe (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to surround or cover closely

    "swelling buds still enswathed in their furry overcoats"

    similar: bosom, bower, circumfuse, cocoon, embosom, embower, embrace, enclose, encompass, enfold, enshroud, envelop, enwrap, invest, involve, lap, mantle, muffle, shroud, swathe, veil, wrap
    related: curtain, drape, embed, encase, swaddle, blanket, overlay, overspread, camouflage, cloak, disguise, mask, circle, encircle, enlace, enwind
    near: bare, denude, expose, strip

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Enswathe

The most common words with a similar meaning to Enswathe:

bosom, bower, circumfuse, cocoon, embosom, embower, embrace, enclose, encompass, enfold, enshroud, envelop, enwrap, invest, involve, lap, mantle, muffle, shroud, swathe, veil, wrap

Related Words for Enswathe

curtain, drape, embed, encase, swaddle, blanket, overlay, overspread, camouflage, cloak, disguise, mask, circle, encircle, enlace, enwind

Near Antonyms of Enswathe

bare, denude, expose, strip

Word Forms of Enswathe

Inflections: enswathed, enswathing, enswathes

Origin & Etymology of Enswathe

First known use: 1597

Frequently Asked Questions about Enswathe

What does "Enswathe" mean?

"Enswathe" means to enfold or enclose with or as if with a covering, swathe. As a verb, it is defined as: to enfold or enclose with or as if with a covering, swathe.

What is another word for "Enswathe"?

Other words for "Enswathe" include bosom, bower, circumfuse, cocoon, embosom, embower, embrace and enclose. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Enswathe" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Enswathe"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Enswathe". Common alternatives include bosom, bower, circumfuse, cocoon, embosom, embower, embrace, enclose, encompass and enfold.

How do you use "Enswathe" in a sentence?

Examples of "Enswathe" in a sentence: "swelling buds still enswathed in their furry overcoats".

Is "Enswathe" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Enswathe" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Enswathe"?

"Enswathe" is pronounced /in-ˈswät͟h/ and divided into syllables as en·swathe.

What is the origin of the word "Enswathe"?

First known use: 1597.

What is another word for "Enswathe" meaning "to surround or cover closely"?

When "Enswathe" (verb) means to surround or cover closely, synonyms include bosom, bower, circumfuse, cocoon, embosom and embower.