Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put-around
phrasal verb
/pʊt əˈraʊnd/
Definition
To place something in a circular or surrounding position; to encircle or enclose.
Examples
- She decided to put around the decorations for the party to create a festive atmosphere.
- The farmer put around a fence to keep the animals safe.
- He put around his arm to comfort her during the sad moment.
Meaning
The phrase ‘put around’ indicates the action of arranging or organizing items in a way that they surround or encompass something else.
Synonyms
- surround
- enclose
- encircle
- wrap around
- position around
