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ENVELOPE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Envelope.

How to pronounce envelope:

Def 1 UK
Def 1 US

Envelope - as a noun

A flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc.

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
container
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any wrapper or covering

A curve that is tangent to each of a family of curves

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
curvecurved shape
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A natural covering (as by a fluid)

Example: "The spacecraft detected an envelope of gas around the comet"

The maximum operating capability of a system (especially an aircraft)

Example: "Test pilots try to push the envelope"

The bag containing the gas in a balloon

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gasbag

Envelope - as a verb

To surround or enclose.

Example Sentences

"Please seal the envelope before sending it."
"She tore open the envelope eagerly."
"He addressed the envelope with neat handwriting."
"I received an envelope in the mail today."
"The envelope contained a surprise gift."
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Word Game Points

Is ENVELOPE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, envelope is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENVELOPE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ENVELOPE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, envelope is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENVELOPE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ENVELOPE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, envelope is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENVELOPE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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