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US/ɪnˈkloʊz/
UK/ɪnˈkləʊz/
to surround something on all sides, or to put something inside an envelope with a letter
In context
A high stone wall encloses the whole garden.
I enclose a copy of my CV with this letter.
The farmer enclosed the field with a wooden fence to keep the sheep in.
Words that go with enclose
verb + noun
- enclose a copyWe enclose a copy of the contract for your records.
- enclose a letterPlease enclose a letter of reference with your application.
- enclose a checkEnclose a check for the full amount with your order.
verb + preposition
- enclose with a wallThe courtyard is enclosed with a low brick wall.
- enclose in glassThe display is enclosed in glass to protect it.
adverb + adjective
- fully enclosedThe pool area is fully enclosed.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
enclosed by a letterCorrect: enclosed with a letter