Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To encircle or be all around something or someone.
Surround
/səˈraʊnd/Synonyms:
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Examples:
We are still surrounded by mountains of ice.A low humming sound surrounds me.There was a deep sadness surrounding the house.
Etymology:
From Middle English surrounden, derived from Old French suronder, based on Latin superundare, meaning to overflow.
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