encapsulate Syllabification: (en·cap·su·late)Pronunciation: /enˈkaps(y)əˌlāt/Translate encapsulate | into Italian Definition of encapsulate verb [with object] enclose (something) in or as if in a capsule. express the essential features of (someone or something) succinctly:the conclusion is encapsulated in one sentence Computing enclose (a message or signal) in a set of codes that allow use by or transfer through different computer systems or networks. Computing provide an interface for (a piece of software or hardware) to allow or simplify access for the user. (as adjective encapsulated) enclosed by a protective coating or membrane. Derivatives encapsulationPronunciation: /enˌkaps(y)əˈlāSHən/ noun Origin: late 19th century (also as incapsulate): from en-1, in-2 'into' + Latin capsula (see capsule)encapsulate in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of encapsulate in the British & World English dictionary