1. that forms a circle around something; surrounding

1. forming a circle around something; surrounding completely
Usage: present participle of ‘encircle’

Examples

• The encircling mountains protected the valley from harsh winds.
• Police cars were encircling the building where the suspect was hiding.
• An encircling wall surrounded the ancient city.
• The dancers moved in an encircling pattern around the stage.
• Encircling arms of the bay created a natural harbor.
• The encircling crowd made it difficult to escape.
• Vines were encircling the old oak tree’s trunk.