variants
also inclosure
as in yard
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
a fenced-in enclosure where the sheep are allowed to graze unattended
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Recent Examples of enclosure
The Santa Barbara division of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) had a surprise sheep herding on their hands when a flock got free of their enclosures.
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 2 July 2025
Since then, the local wildlife commission has received six applications for permits, which require that pet crocodiles be kept in enclosures that meet strict specifications.
—Victoria Kim, New York Times, 2 July 2025
But critics say the enclosure — and the broader system of isolation — constitutes a form of solitary confinement that exacerbates mental illness and makes the jail less safe overall.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
The dog, named Annie, was filmed lying on her bed inside an enclosure at an animal shelter based in Dorset, England.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 2 July 2025
Since then, the local wildlife commission has received six applications for permits, which require that pet crocodiles be kept in enclosures that meet strict specifications.
—Victoria Kim, New York Times, 2 July 2025
But critics say the enclosure — and the broader system of isolation — constitutes a form of solitary confinement that exacerbates mental illness and makes the jail less safe overall.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
The dog, named Annie, was filmed lying on her bed inside an enclosure at an animal shelter based in Dorset, England.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enclosure
Noun
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Wilson had 101 catches for 1,104 yards and seven touchdowns, reaching career-highs in each of those statistical categories.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 July 2025
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Peterson rushed for 448 yards and two touchdowns with the Cardinals.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Other amenities include a front desk and lobby, community lounge, outdoor courtyard with playground, computer lab and on-site property management.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
6 July 2025
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Singing performances filled the courtyard as the Dalai Lama was served a slice of his birthday cake, topped with fresh fruit and a white lily.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
6 July 2025
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Dogs are allowed on the outdoor patio, but not indoors.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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For a summer of hosting barbecues, patio hangouts, and outdoor entertaining, your backyard deserves a little luxury—but your wallet shouldn’t have to take the heat.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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“Enclosure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enclosure. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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