environ

environ Definition

en·vi·ron (en vī′rən, in-)

transitive verb

to surround; encircle

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

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.
world: The world becomes nothing but an " environing world " created by the subject her/himself.

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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