enclosure
UK: ɪnˈkləʊʒə | US: ɪnˈkloʊʒər
n. an area that is sealed off or surrounded by a barrier
n. the act of enclosing something
n. a document or item included with a letter or package
The word "enclosure" traces back to Middle English, derived from Old French enclos (past participle of enclore, meaning "to shut in"). The root "clos" originates from Latin clausus (shut), linked to the verb claudere (to close). The prefix "en-" (from Latin in-) signifies "in" or "into," while "-ure" forms abstract nouns. Historically, "enclosure" described the fencing of common land in medieval Europe, evolving to its modern sense of a bounded space or included item.
The cattle grazed within the wooden enclosure.
The enclosure of the letter contained a photograph.
Wildlife reserves often use enclosures to protect endangered species.
The medieval enclosure movement displaced many farmers.
Check the email’s enclosure for the detailed report.