wrapper

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a loose dressing gown for women
  2. noun the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped
  3. noun cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person

Etymology

From Middle English wrappere, equivalent to wrap + -er.

In classic literature

Synonyms

negligee, neglige, peignoir, housecoat

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