encase vs pack

encase is not a noun while pack is a noun.

encase and pack both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
encase	No	No	Yes	No
pack	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, pack is a hyponym of encase; that is, pack is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than encase:

encase: enclose in, or as if in, a case
pack: arrange in a container

Other hyponyms of encase include box, package, sack, crate.

encase (noun)	pack (noun)
	a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film)
	a bundle (especially one carried on the back)
	a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect
	a cream that cleanses and tones the skin
	a group of hunting animals
	an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
	an association of criminals
	a complete collection of similar things
	a large indefinite quantity

encase (verb)	pack (verb)
enclose in, or as if in, a case	treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
	arrange in a container
	load with a pack
	compress into a wad
	seal with packing
	press down tightly
	carry, as on one's back
	have the property of being packable or of compacting easily
	press tightly together or cram
	hike with a backpack
	fill to capacity
	set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome
	have with oneself; have on one's person

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