engirdles

Example:The storm engirdled the city, bringing down power lines and trees.

Definition:To encircle or surround with a belt, band, or by closing in tightly.

Example:The army encircled the enemy, trapping them in their fort.

Definition:To surround completely (the complete by drawing a line around or by surrounding closely or tightly).

Example:The geographical features surrounding the mountain range engirdle the entire valley.

Definition:To enclose on all sides; encircle or flank.