container
Translation
container, receptacle, vessel
Examples
Please put the food in a container.
Please put the food in a container.
The ship carries many large containers.
The ship carries many large containers.
Grammar Patterns
a container for ((sth.)) an object for holding (sth.) This is a container for water.
Similar Words
Synonyms: receptacle, vessel, box, bin
Etymology
From the verb 'contain' plus the suffix '-er', which denotes an object that performs an action. So, it's something that 'contains'.
Memory Tips
A 'container' is an object that 'contains' things. The link is very direct.