enframement
- noun
- Normally, the sarcophagus would be set into a recess within an impressive architectural enframement somewhat above the ground (Fig. 4).
Examples
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The beautiful painting was enhanced by its ornate enframement, drawing attention to the vibrant colors.
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The photograph looked stunning with a simple black enframement that highlighted the striking landscape.
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In the gallery, every artwork was carefully surrounded by an elegant enframement that complemented its style.
Synonyms
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6.8
A cover that surrounds and protects something
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7.0
A complete covering that surrounds something
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4.4
Closing off an area by surrounding it with a fence or barrier
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9.9
The act of surrounding or including something completely
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6.2
An act of wrapping something closely so it is covered
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4.5
Putting something inside or around another thing to protect it
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7.5
Wrapping something in cloth or a blanket to protect it
Putting a border around a picture, window or door to protect it and make it look better
Putting something in a case or cover to protect it
How Enclosed
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Etymology
Enframement comes from the parts en- ('in' or 'make'), the everyday word frame, and -ment ('the act or result'). Imagine putting a painting or window into a real frame to surround and highlight it, because enframement is the act or result of enclosing something with a frame.