godan verb (-u), transitive verb
Physically enclosing a space or area with a fence, wall, or similar barrier.
庭を塀で囲う。
I enclose the garden with a wall.
畑を柵で囲って動物が入れないよう
I fenced in the field to keep animals out.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
Protecting a person, especially a criminal or fugitive, by hiding them from authorities or danger.
彼は逃亡者を自宅に囲っていた。
He sheltered the fugitive in his home.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
Providing financial support and housing for a mistress in a discreet arrangement.
彼は長年、愛人を囲っているらしい。
He is said to have kept a mistress for many years.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
store; preserve (vegetables, fruit)
Storing harvested produce in a protective environment such as a cellar or mound to keep it fresh.
冬の間、野菜を土の中に囲って保存する。
During winter, they store vegetables underground to preserve them.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
Archaic use meaning to guard or protect someone or something.
古文書には「城を囲う」とあり、守る意味で使われている。
In old documents, 囲う is used in the sense of protecting a castle.