encompassment

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Noun encompassment has 1 sense

encompassment - including entirely
--₁ is a kind of inclusion

Derived form: verb encompass₁

Definitions from the Web

encompassment (noun): A state of being surrounded or enclosed.; Example sentence: The encompassment of the garden by a tall fence provided privacy.
encompassment (noun): The act or process of including or incorporating something.; Example sentence: The encompassment of various viewpoints in the discussion contributed to finding a balanced solution.
encompass (verb): To enclose or surround completely.; Example sentence: The majestic mountain range encompasses the entire town.
encompass (verb): To include or contain something.; Example sentence: The meeting agenda encompasses a wide range of topics.