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Contain Definition & Meaning

1. To hold or have within limits or boundaries.

Example: The jar contains 500 ml of water.

2. To keep under control or restrain.

Example: The police were able to contain the riot.

3. To include or have as a component.

Example: The salad contains lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

4. To keep something from spreading or leaking out.

Example: The container is designed to contain liquids without spilling.

5. To be able to hold or accommodate a certain amount or number of things.

Example: The suitcase can contain up to 25 kg of luggage.

Examples of the word contain used in sentences.

  • The refrigerator contains many fruits and vegetables.
  • This container contains water.
  • The book contains lots of pictures.
  • The package contains a birthday gift for my friend.
  • The recipe for the soup contains a secret ingredient which makes it taste unique.
  • The medicine box should be kept out of reach of children since it contains strong drugs.
  • The backpack I bought can contain all my school books and belongings.
  • The bottle was well-sealed to contain the fizzy drink and prevent it from leaking.
  • The quiz question was easy as it required me to name the countries that contain the Amazon Rainforest.
  • This box contains tools for repairing.
  • The book contains several chapters that explore different themes related to the author's life.
  • The storage container is designed to contain up to 10 liters of liquid without leaking.
  • The museum exhibition contains several artifacts that date back to the colonial era.
  • The recipe contains a list of ingredients that are necessary to make the dish.
  • The package clearly states that the product is not intended to contain any harmful substances.
  • The medicine contains ingredients that may cause drowsiness.
  • The restaurant's menu contains a wide range of dishes to choose from.
  • The salad contains a variety of fresh vegetables.
  • The book contains a detailed explanation of the theory.
  • The storage unit can contain up to 20 boxes.
  • The recipe requires an airtight container to properly contain the freshness of the ingredients.
  • The email contained sensitive information that shouldn't have been shared with unauthorized recipients.
  • The backpack I bought is spacious enough to contain all my daily essentials.
  • The research paper contained a comprehensive analysis of the current market trends in the IT industry.
  • The book I'm reading is filled with profound insights and interesting anecdotes that contain valuable life lessons.
  • The study concluded that the sample group contained a diverse range of demographics.
  • The box contained a mélange of exotic spices from around the world.
  • The speech contained so much wisdom that it left us utterly inspired.
  • The report asserted that the company's new product line would contain cutting-edge technology.
  • The museum's collections contained rare artifacts that were thousands of years old.
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