Contain
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British pronunciation/kəntˈe‍ɪn/
American pronunciation/kənˈteɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "contain"

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
to contain definition and meaning
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The box regularly contains various items like books and documents.
The box contains all the parts you need to assemble the table.
02

to consist of or include several different elements or parts

Transitive: to contain components
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The book contains stories from different cultures and traditions.
The course contains lessons on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
03

to hold back or manage one's emotions, actions, or impulses

Transitive: to contain a feeling
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She had to contain her excitement when she heard the good news.
He tried to contain his anger, but it was hard to stay calm.
04

to stop or limit the growth or spread of a serious issue or problem

Transitive: to contain a problem or danger
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The authorities are doing everything they can to contain the outbreak of the disease.
The team managed to contain the damage after the floodwaters started rising.
05

(of a number) to be divisible by another number without leaving a remainder

Transitive: to contain a number
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Twelve contains three, as 12 divided by 3 equals 4.
The number 20 contains 5, because 20 divided by 5 results in a whole number.
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