contains (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /kənˈteɪnz/
Definition
To have or hold something within; to include.
Examples
This bottle contains 500ml of water.
The report contains important information about the project's progress.
The cake recipe contains eggs, flour, and sugar.
How to Use contains
- contain in (prepositional phrase)
- To be included or found within something. — "The error was contained in the third paragraph of the document."
- contain oneself (idiom)
- To control one's emotions or impulses. — "He could barely contain himself with anticipation for the surprise party."
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