contain — to have or hold within; to include
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to have or hold within; to include
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈteɪn/
Korean meaning: 포함하다, 담다
Korean pronunciation: 컨**테**인
Example Sentences
- My stomach can contain three pizzas, but my wallet cannot contain my regret afterward.
- The report contains crucial data for our business strategy.
- She tried to contain her laughter during the serious meeting, but failed spectacularly.
contain
VERB//kənˈteɪn//
to have or hold within; to include
The bottle contains water and keeps it from spilling out.
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Strong walls contain the rain and stop the flooding pain.
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Origin
From Latin 'continere', composed of 'con-' (together) and 'tenere' (to hold). The word entered Middle English through Old French 'contenir'.
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“My stomach can contain three pizzas, but my wallet cannot contain my regret afterward.”
“The report contains crucial data for our business strategy.”
“She tried to contain her laughter during the serious meeting, but failed spectacularly.”
“The new policy aims to contain healthcare costs while improving quality.”
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