encircled
Meaning
of Encircle
Source: Webster's dictionarySynonyms
Antonyms
Phrases with the word
Examples
a camp surrounded by enemies
the encircled pioneers
A common misconception holds that the term arose from some association between the size of the district and the distance that can be covered or encircled on horseback in a certain amount of time (cf. the Walking Purchase ).
After devastating its countryside to deprive it of any resource, he encircled it.
Áras an Uachtaráin is protected by armed guards from the Garda Síochána and Defence Forces at all times, and is encircled by security fencing and intrusion detection systems.
Griffith has a tattoo of Banderas' first name encircled in a heart on her right arm. citation In June 2014, Griffith and Banderas released a statement announcing their intention to divorce "in a loving and friendly manner".