encage

verb

in-ˈkāj How to pronounce encage (audio)
Definition of encagenext
as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers employees who felt encaged in their cubicles

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encage
  1. house
  2. confine
  3. enclose
  4. cage
  5. encase
  6. surround
  7. include
Verb
  • Zygielbaum was surprised however that the DOJ reached out only to him, and not the Republican clerk in neighboring Weld County, which also houses a sizable portion of that same congressional district.
    — Miles Parks, NPR, 22 Oct. 2026
  • By 2018, the F50 had reportedly been acquired by Chinese billionaire and Instagram influencer Shin Mike Yin, who houses his collection of rare exotics—including a few examples from Pagani and Bugatti—in Dusseldorf, Germany.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of house
Verb
  • They could probably be confined at home, with ankle bracelets, after some time in the Big House.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The effects of the policies the movement pushes are not confined to economic indicators or government reports.
    — Hannah Harshe, Washington Post, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of confine
Verb
  • The larger ring also improves sensitivity because optical gyroscopes can detect smaller rotations when the light encloses a greater area.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The self-rinsing jet remains enclosed when not in use, so there’s less worry about the spread of bacteria.
    — Eliza Thompson, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of enclose
Verb
  • The brand partnered with Swarovski on a limited edition caging the product in a golden or silver metallic structure embellished with 70 zirconia, in a quest to turn a familiar, everyday object into a collectible design piece.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The cushioned Ortholite insoles give me peace of mind that my feet will stay comfortable all day, while the adjustable buckle and caged straps provide a secure, supportive fit without compromising breathability in hot summer temperatures.
    — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2026
Definition of cage
Verb
  • The mRNA coding for these proteins, or antigens, are encased in a lipid particle in a similar way to Moderna’s COVID vaccine, which used mRNA from the COVID virus’ spike protein.
    — Alice Park, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The arthropod group includes animals that are without a backbone or any bones at all, strictly speaking, their bodies being encased in a ringed, exterior tegument and having legs and, sometimes, wings.
    — Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of encase
Verb
  • For many, being surrounded by thousands of people who share their beliefs is a big part of the attraction.
    — Christopher Spata, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2026
  • In the hills surrounding Taiz, the government forces are trying to repel the Houthis but face stiff resistance, especially east of the city.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of surround
Verb
  • Fifth-year cornerback Jaden Mickey made some big stops, including a pass breakup, while the defensive front produced four sacks for 37 yards and seven tackles for loss.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Voters in six states will soon decide whether to impose or expand voter identification requirements, including rules requiring mail voters to provide part of a driver’s license or Social Security number.
    — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of include
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“Encage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encage. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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