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to contain
01
to have or hold something within or include something as a part of a larger entity or space
Transitive: to contain sth
02
to consist of or include several different elements or parts
Transitive: to contain components
03
to hold back or manage one's emotions, actions, or impulses
Transitive: to contain a feeling
04
to stop or limit the growth or spread of a serious issue or problem
Transitive: to contain a problem or danger
05
(of a number) to be divisible by another number without leaving a remainder
Transitive: to contain a number
contain
v
contained
adj
contained
adj
container
n
container
n
containment
n
containment
n
Example
The box regularly contains various items like books and documents.
The cupboard contains dishes, cups, and other kitchenware.
The file contains the documents we need for the meeting.
The container contains a mixture of sand and salt, ready for use.
The box contains all the parts you need to assemble the table.
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