From Middle English 'wrappen,' of uncertain origin — the silent 'w' was once pronounced, like all English wr- words.
To cover or enclose something by folding material around it.
From Middle English 'wrappen,' of uncertain origin, possibly related to North Frisian 'wrappe' (to press together) or Danish 'dial. vrappe' (to stuff). The silent 'w' was once pronounced. Key roots: wrappen (Middle English: "to wind, fold around").