giftwrapping

Decorating boxes festively

Giftwrapping is the practice of covering presents in decorative paper, often with ribbons or bows.

As a verb, to giftwrap is to prepare a package this way: Could you giftwrap this for me?

Stores often offer giftwrapping services during the holidays.

Also spelled gift-wrapping or gift wrapping.

craft

ribbon

Slender ornamental strip

  • scissorsPivoted twin-blade cutter
  • tapeAdhesive strip on roll
  • foldingBending something over itself

cutting · measuring · bows · creasing · corners · glue · creativity · handmade · embellishing · origami

decorative

bows

Respectful forward bends

labels · twine · raffia · sprigs · pompoms · charms · beads · sequins · foil · lace

packaging

box

Lidded storage container

mailer · carton · container · bubblewrap · corrugated · shrinkwrap · seal · label · postage · shipping

festive

holly

Spiny-leaved winter shrub

Santa · bells · gingerbread · nutcracker · mistletoe · yuletide · stockings · ornaments · tinsel · garland

presentation

elegance

Refined, graceful quality

neatness · finishing · polish · sophistication · flair · artistry · symmetry · pleats · layering · coordination

Opposites
concealment vs. revelation

giftwrappingunwrapping

Removing a covering

opening · unveiling · gift opening · revealing · exposing

adornment vs. plainness

giftwrappingplain packaging

Unbranded product containers

brown paper bag · shipping box

packaging vs. contents

giftwrappingthe present

Current moment in time

Family

gift, wrap, wrapped, wrapping, unwrap, wrapper, unwrapped, wrappers, unwrapping

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G