encompass /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/ verb encompasses; encompassed; encompassing
encompasses; encompassed; encompassing
Learner's definition of ENCOMPASS
[+ object]
1
: to include (something) as a part包括;包含 -
My interests encompass [=cover, include] a broad range of topics.我的兴趣广泛,包括多个方面。
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The district encompasses most of the downtown area.这一地区涵盖了市中心区的大部分。
— see also all-encompassing 2
: to cover or surround (an area)围绕;环绕;包围