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US/səˈraʊnd/
UK/səˈraʊnd/
to be all around something or someone, or to move into a position all around them
In context
The old temple is surrounded by tall trees and quiet gardens.
Fans surrounded the singer as soon as she stepped out of the car.
I grew up surrounded by books, so I started reading very early.
Words that go with surround
verb + preposition
- surrounded byThe village is surrounded by rice fields.
- surround yourself withIt's important to surround yourself with positive people.
- surrounded on all sidesThe town was surrounded on all sides by enemy soldiers.
adjective + noun
- surrounding areaThe fire spread quickly to the surrounding area.
adverb + verb
- completely surroundedThe house was completely surrounded by water after the flood.
verb + noun
- surround the buildingPolice surrounded the building and told everyone to stay inside.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The fans surrounded around the singer.Correct: The fans surrounded the singer.