wrapper

noun

wrap·​per ˈra-pər How to pronounce wrapper (audio)
Synonyms of wrappernext
1
: that in which something is wrapped: such as
a
: a tobacco leaf used for the outside covering especially of cigars
b(1)
: jacket sense 3c(1)
(2)
: the paper cover of a book not bound in boards
c
: a paper wrapped around a newspaper or magazine in the mail
2
: one that wraps
3
: an article of clothing worn wrapped around the body

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It is known as a mokorotlo wrapper. — Leondra Head, CBS News, 18 June 2026 Many single-use plastics, such as wrappers with food debris and utensils, cannot be recycled. — Vishal Vivek, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Egg rolls have thicker wrappers with hearty fillings like pork or chicken; they are fried and served with various dipping sauces. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026 However, because the two wrappers have different burning rates, this cigar may require additional relights along the way. — Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for wrapper

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wrapper was in the 15th century

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wrapper

noun
wrap·​per ˈrap-ər How to pronounce wrapper (audio)
1
: a covering or enclosure for something
2
: one that wraps
3
: a garment worn wrapped around the body

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