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encircle

/ɛnˈsɝkəl/

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1 · verb

to form a circle around someone or something

环绕；包围

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A line of ancient trees seemed to encircle the courtyard.
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一排古树仿佛环绕着庭院。
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Pronunciation: /ɛnˈsɝkəl/

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