surround

Definition

  • verb: to be on every side of (someone or something)
  • verb: to enclose on all sides
  • often used as '(be) surrounded'
  • synonyms: envelop, invest, encircle

Examples

  • Her family 'surrounded' her 'with' love and attention. [=her family gave her a lot of love and attention]

  • As a child she 'was surrounded' by her large, loving family.

  • She was suddenly 'surrounded' by a crowd of excited fans.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) And she wonders why she and the girl aren't all buddy-buddy. I don't need television to build a relationship with my granddaughter. You're new to this. Trust me. It's all about surround sound. I just needed a little kiss to make me feel better... but now it wasn't working. - Maggie! - Oh! (..)
    2005 In Her Shoes