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 ) ] .
Browse dictionary entries near environ
- environment
- environmental impact statement
- environmental law
- environmentalist
- environs
- envisage
- envision
- envoi
- envoy
- envy
