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incasement

incasement

9.8
Putting something in a case or cover to protect it
  • noun
  • /ɪnˈkeɪsmənt/
translation icon : encapsulamiento
  • The incasement of the sculpture protected it from dust and damage.

Examples

  • Special materials were chosen for the incasement to ensure maximum preservation.

  • The incasement of the artifact protects it from damage.

  • After the antique clock's incasement, it was displayed in the museum's main hall.

  • An incasement is necessary for fragile items.

  • The incasement of the rare manuscript has helped preserve it for future generations.

  • The museum staff carefully examined the incasement of the ancient vase to ensure it was secure.

  • For optimal protection, the incasement used clear materials to showcase the delicate item inside.

Synonyms

cover
vsincasement
571 1.0

A thing like a lid or blanket that lies over something to keep it safe

describes the action of placing into a case rather than naming the protective object
covering
vsincasement
12 1.1

A thing placed over something to protect or hide it

is the action of putting into a case rather than simply adding an outer layer
enclosure
vsincasement
2 4.4

Closing off an area by surrounding it with a fence or barrier

is the act of putting something into a case not merely creating separate space
encasement
vsincasement
2 6.8

A cover that surrounds and protects something

is the same action but appears as an alternative spelling or form
envelopment
vsincasement
2 7.0

A complete covering that surrounds something

focuses on placing into a case or cover rather than full surrounding
protective cover
vsincasement
1 2.7

An object placed over something to keep it safe from damage

refers to the action of putting into a case not the designed outer layer
enclosing
vsincasement
4.5

Putting something inside or around another thing to protect it

is about placing into a case or protective wrap rather than general containment
enframement
vsincasement
9.9

Surrounding a thing with a border to make it stand out

involves placing something into a case rather than surrounding it with a frame
protective covering
vsincasement
3.2

Something you put over a thing to keep it safe from damage

focuses on placing into a case rather than primarily providing a shield
coverture
vsincasement
  • Archaic
9.9

A covering or shelter that protects something from bad weather

means being in a sheltered state not the act of placing into a case

Antonyms

88 3.9

Making a secret or hidden thing known to people

How Enclosed

entombment
  • Formal
1 8.9
incasement
9.8
sealing
9 3.2
wrapping
45 1.0
covering
8 1.5
exposure
295 3.5

Surface Forms

incasement singular
incasements plural

Morphology

incasement = incase (transparent) = in + case + ment

The noun is a regular and easily interpretable -ment formation from the verb 'incase'.

Etymology

The word incasement comes from the parts in- meaning 'in' and case meaning 'box' or 'cover', and is like the word encase, which means 'to put into a case'. So, an incasement is the act of enclosing or protecting something in a case or cover.