O envelope
Example: Eu coloquei a carta no envelope antes de enviar.
Definition
"Envelope" refers to a flat paper container used to enclose a letter or document, typically sealed before mailing. It protects the contents and often has space for addresses and postage, as in the phrase: "I put the letter in the envelope before sending."
Etymology
The word "envelope" comes from the French word 'enveloppe,' which means 'wrapper' or 'covering.' It derives from the verb 'enveloper,' meaning 'to wrap up.' Interestingly, the term originally referred to something that envelops or surrounds, perfectly describing its purpose to enclose letters.
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