comprise
Translation
to comprise, to consist of, to be made up of
Examples
The team comprises ten members.
The team comprises ten members.
The United Kingdom is comprised of four countries.
The United Kingdom is comprised of four countries.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to comprise ((sth.)) to consist of or be made up of (sth.) The collection comprises over 100 paintings.
((sth.)) to be comprised of ((sth.)) to be made up of (sth.) The committee is comprised of five experts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consist of, include, contain, be composed of
Etymology
From Latin 'comprehendere' (to grasp). The whole 'grasps' the parts.
Memory Tips
Think of 'com-' (together) + 'prise' (to take or seize). It means to take parts together to form a whole.