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determine word meanings using known words and prefixes dis- and en/em -- instruction -- level c
what does \encircle\ mean?
to spin around in circles
to put inside a circle
to stand outside a circle
to be in between circles
To determine the meaning of "encircle", we analyze the prefix "en - " (which can mean "to put into" or "surround") and the root "circle" (a round shape). So "encircle" means to put or form a circle around something, which aligns with "to put inside a circle" (or more accurately, to surround with a circle, but among the options, "to put inside a circle" is the closest as it relates to enclosing within a circular shape). The other options: "to spin around in circles" is about rotating, "to stand outside a circle" is the opposite of enclosing, and "to be in between circles" is not related to the meaning of encircle.
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