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encapsulate

Syllabification: (en·cap·su·late)
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

encapsulation

noun

Origin:

late 19th century (also as incapsulate): from en-1, in-2 'into' + Latin capsula (see capsule)

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