Enfold

usgb/ɪnˈfəʊld/
verb

To wrap or cover someone or something completely.

He enfolds the baby in a warm blanket.
Visual representation of "enfold" - To wrap or cover someone or something completely

Often appears as...

  • enfold in arms
  • enfold in a blanket
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Visual representation of "enfold"
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Physical Action

Focus on the action of covering something in a protective or comforting manner.

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The nurse gently enfolds the newborn in a soft, cotton swaddle.
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Complete Enclosure

Enfold implies full wrapping, leaving no part exposed.

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The darkness of night enfolds the town, as street lamps flicker out one by one.
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Protective Nuance

Using 'enfold' can suggest a caring, protective quality to the action.

Illustration for Protective Nuance
After finding the lost kitten, she enfolds it in her jacket to keep it safe from the cold.
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