Wrapup

Wrap-up, also written as wrap-up or, less commonly, wrapup, is a term used to describe a concluding summary or closing segment of a process, event, or document. As a noun, it refers to the final report or summary; as a verb, to complete or bring something to a close. The one-word form wrapup is encountered in some brand names or informal usage, while wrap-up is the standard hyphenated variant in many style guides.

In journalism and broadcasting, a wrap-up is a closing segment that summarizes the day's news or program, highlighting major stories and upcoming items. In meetings, conferences, and project work, the wrap-up includes a brief recap of what was discussed, decisions made, and tasks assigned, often followed by closing remarks or a plan for next steps. Sports and events also use wrap-up to denote the post-event summary of results and key moments.

Etymologically, wrap-up derives from the phrasal verb wrap up, meaning to bring to a conclusion or to finish. Its usage ranges from formal documentation to informal speech, with style guides typically preferring wrap-up or wrap up depending on context.

Related terms include recap, summary, conclusions, and closure. See also final report and debriefing for longer forms that may serve a similar function.