encompassing

Words with a similar base: all-encompassing, encompassing

'encompassing'

[embrace.v.01] as in: include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

Examples:
This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds
this should cover everyone in the group

'encompassing'

[across-the-board.s.01] as in: broad in scope or content; ; ; ; ; - T.G.Winner

Examples:
across-the-board pay increases
an all-embracing definition
blanket sanctions against human-rights violators
an invention with broad applications
a panoptic study of Soviet nationality
granted him wide powers

'encompassing'

[encompassing.s.02] as in: closely encircling

Examples:
encompassing mountain ranges
the surrounding countryside

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