surround

US /səˈraʊnd/

UK /səˈraʊnd/

A2

verb

  • To be all the way around something
  • To be closely connected to and have an effect on
  • To move closer on all sides of something

other

  • To be closely connected to and have an effect on

Examples

They surrounded the building with tanks and armoured vehicles.

Will found himself immediately surrounded by screaming fans. the immediately surrounding area