encircling

(verb) form a circle around. Synonyms: encircle, circle. Example: "Encircle the errors."

(verb) bind with something round or circular. Synonyms: gird, encircle.

(adj) being all around the edges; enclosing. Synonyms: encircling(prenominal), skirting(prenominal). Examples: "His encircling arms." "The room's skirting board needs painting."