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encapsulate (v.)

1842 (implied in encapsulated), "enclose in a capsule," from en- (1) "make, put in" + capsule + -ate (2). Figurative use by 1939. Related: Encapsulating.

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Definitions of encapsulate from WordNet

encapsulate (v.)
enclose in a capsule or other small container;
encapsulate (v.)
put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume;
Synonyms: capsule / capsulize / capsulise
From wordnet.princeton.edu