enclosed

/ɪnˈkləʊzd/ (bre, ipa) · /ɪnˈkləʊzd/ (ame, ipa) · /in-ˈklōzd en-/ (ame, mw)

enclosed — adjective

  • enclosedpositive
  • more enclosedcomparative
  • most enclosedsuperlative

1. describes a space or area that has walls, a fence, or other barriers all around

1.形容詞B1
釋義

describes a space or area that has walls, a fence, or other barriers all around it, leaving no openings for people or things to easily go in or out.

例句

The apartment building has an enclosed courtyard where children can play safely.

collocation: enclosed courtyard

Pet owners should keep their cats in an enclosed area during the move.

collocation: enclosed area

同義詞
  • walled

    focuses specifically on walls rather than any barrier; 'a walled city' not 'an enclosed city'

  • fenced

    specifically refers to a fence rather than walls or structures; more informal

反義詞
  • open

    describes a space with no barriers around it

  • unfenced

    specifically means not surrounded by a fence

用法筆記

Commonly used before a noun (attributive position) to describe a type of space or structure, e.g. 'enclosed garden', 'enclosed area'.

常見錯誤

❌The garden is enclosed with high walls.' (correct but unneeded 'with').
✅The garden is enclosed by high walls.
💡'by' is the natural preposition when naming what surrounds the space.

2. describes a document, cheque, photo, or other item that is put into an envelope

2.形容詞B1
釋義

describes a document, cheque, photo, or other item that is put into an envelope or package together with a letter or message and sent to someone.

例句

Please sign the enclosed form and return it to our office within seven days.

common formula: enclosed + noun in formal correspondence

The policyholder received an enclosed brochure explaining the new coverage options.

adjective before noun: enclosed + brochure

同義詞
  • attached

    used for items sent with an email or physically fastened to a document, rather than inside an envelope

  • included

    broader meaning; can be used for anything sent together, not just in an envelope

反義詞
  • separate

    sent independently rather than together in the same envelope or package

用法筆記

Very common in formal letters and business correspondence. Often appears in the phrase 'please find enclosed' or '[item] is enclosed'. When used after a noun (e.g. 'the form is enclosed'), it functions as a predicate adjective.

常見錯誤

❌I have enclosed herewith the document.' (overly formal and dated).
✅The document is enclosed with this letter.
💡natural modern phrasing.