contains
Translation
to contain, to include, to hold, to comprise
Examples
This box contains old photos.
This box contains old photos.
The report contains important information.
The report contains important information.
She could not contain her excitement.
She could not contain her excitement.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to have or hold (sth.) within This box contains books.
((a feeling)) to control or restrain (a feeling) He could not contain his anger.
Similar Words
Synonyms: include, hold, comprise, involve
Etymology
From Latin 'continere', meaning 'to hold together', from 'con-' (together) and 'tenere' (to hold).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'container' that 'contains' or holds things inside. It can also mean to hold back feelings.