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English to English verb
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include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory |  | Example: This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds
this should cover everyone in the group
source: wordnet30
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To circumscribe or go round so as to surround closely; to encircle; to inclose; to environ; as, a ring encompasses the finger; an army encompasses a city; a voyage encompassing the world. | | source: webster1913
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