WordLens

surround

1 of 2verb
/sɜr.raʊnd/
Forms:surrounds,surrounding,surrounded,surrounded
1

to be around something on all sides

B2transitive
  • The city is surrounded by beautiful countryside.
  • The island is surrounded by crystal-clear waters and white sand.
  • The park is surrounded by tall buildings, creating a peaceful oasis.
  • The mountains surround the village, creating a scenic view.
  • Trees surrounded the campsite, offering shade and privacy.
Synonyms:
borderringskirtenviron
2

to circle around someone or something, putting pressure on them to give up

transitive
  • The police surrounded the building to capture the suspect inside.
  • The army strategically surrounded the enemy stronghold to induce surrender.
  • Protesters surrounded the government office, demanding change.
  • The opposing team worked to surround the soccer player with the ball, limiting their options.
  • The blockade was intended to surround the enemy forces and cut off their supplies.
Synonyms:
hem inbesiegecircumventbeleaguer
3

to completely cover or enclose something from every direction

transitive
  • The warm blankets surrounded her, providing comfort on a cold night.
  • The darkness surrounded them as the power went out.
  • The fog surrounded the streets, reducing visibility to almost nothing.
  • The flowers surrounded the fountain, creating a vibrant display.
  • Snow surrounded the cabin, leaving it isolated from the rest of the town.
Synonyms:
smother