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to comprise
01
to be made up of various components or parts within a whole
Transitive: to comprise components or parts
Examples
The committee comprises members from various departments.
The menu comprises a selection of appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
02
to form or be the parts that create a complete whole
Transitive: to comprise a whole
Examples
Five departments comprise the entire organization.
Several small villages comprise the larger district.
