Encapsulated

Pronunciation: /ɛnˈkæpsəˌleɪtɪd/

Encapsulated (adj)

  1. Kept inside a covering or container so the contents are protected from air, light, or damage.
  2. Formed so a substance is surrounded by a thin layer, often to control release or keep it stable.
  3. In programming, kept inside a unit so its details are hidden and only approved actions can be used.

Encapsulated (adjective)

Examples

  • The medicine is sealed inside a small container.
  • The document is sealed inside the envelope.