containment
Translation
containment, restriction, control
Examples
The containment of the virus is our top priority.
The containment of the virus is our top priority.
The nuclear plant has a strong containment building.
The nuclear plant has a strong containment building.
Grammar Patterns
the containment of ((sth.)) the action of keeping (sth.) under control The containment of the fire was difficult.
Similar Words
Synonyms: restriction, control, limitation, confinement
Etymology
From the verb 'contain' plus the suffix '-ment', which forms nouns expressing an action or its result. It means 'the act of containing'.
Memory Tips
Think of the action of 'containing' something dangerous, like a virus or a chemical spill. That action is 'containment'.