encase

[en-keys] /ɛnˈkeɪs/

verb (used with object), encased, encasing.

to enclose in or as in a case:

We encased the ancient vase in glass to preserve it.

Also, incase.

Origin

1625-35; en-¹ + case²

Can be confused

encase, in case.

Examples from the web for encase

Contrary to popular belief, not all armadillos are able to encase themselves in their shells.
Then the shell starts to develop as the ribs fuse together and encase the shoulder blades.
They slowly encase themselves in an epistemic cocoon.
She used it to literally encase or trap layers of cream pleated dresses, creating a single garment.
In less than a minute they can create and encase themselves in a new cyst and drop to the bottom to await more prey.
If this is not possible, encase pipe in a second pipe with a minimum of joints.
The leaf will roll up around the insect to encase it.
It is proposed to encase sidewalk tree with a wooden flower box and install a slate and concrete chess table.
If this is not possible, encase pipe in a second pipe with a minimum of joints and provide drip pans under all piping.

British Dictionary definitions for encase

/ɪnˈkeɪs/

verb

(transitive) to place or enclose in or as if in a case

Derived Forms

encasement, incasement, noun

Word Origin and History for encase

1630s, from en- (1) "make, put in" + case (n.2). Related: Encased; encasing.