encircle
1 of 1verb/ɛnˈsɝkəl/
Forms:encircles,encircling,encircled,encircled
1
to create a circular shape around someone or something
transitive- The children encircled the storyteller during storytime.
- The detective decided to encircle the crime scene with caution tape.
- The team members encircled the coach for a post-game discussion.
- In the ritual, participants were instructed to encircle the sacred fire.
- The protestors planned to encircle the government building in a peaceful demonstration.
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