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environ definition

en·vi·ron (en vī′rən, in-)

transitive verb

to surround; encircle

Etymology: ME envirounen < OFr environner < environ, about: see environs

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environ Usage Examples

Object

  • ment: Labor's co-ordinated energy program will ensure the most sensible use of our reserves while protecting our environ ment and stimulating employment.

Adjective modifier

  • green: A free trip to Ryton Organic Gardens is on offer to anyone keen to join a composting club run by Leicestershire green charity Environ.

Modifying Another Word

  • on: The date command uses TZ to determine the correct time zone information [ see LANG on environ ( 5 ) ] .
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