To contain
Example: The system contains multiple interconnected components
Definition
"To contain" means to hold or have within, often referring to an object or system that includes or encloses something else. For example, a system that contains multiple interconnected components holds those components as part of its structure or function.
Etymology
The verb "to contain" comes from the Latin word 'continere,' which means 'to hold together' or 'to enclose.' It combines 'con-' meaning 'together' and 'tenere' meaning 'to hold.' Did you know? The word shares roots with words like 'continue' and 'content,' all related to holding or keeping something.
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"To contain" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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