Synonyms for encircle

Verb

1. surround, environ, encircle, circle, round, ring, hold, bear, carry, contain

usage: be around; "Developments surround the town"; "The river encircles the village"

2. encircle, circle, shape, form

usage: form a circle around; "encircle the errors"

3. gird, encircle, bind

usage: bind with something round or circular