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contain

The correct spelling is contain.

How to pronounce contain

/kənˈteɪn/
verb

IPA: /kənˈteɪn/

Say it like: Con-tay-n

The correct spelling is contain. To hold inside. For example: "I'm so excited, I can hardly contain myself!"

Usage Examples

I'm so excited, I can hardly contain myself!

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To hold inside.
  2. 2.To include as a part.
  3. 3.To put constraint upon; to restrain; to confine; to keep within bounds.
  4. 4.(of a set etc.) To have as an element or subset.
  5. 5.To restrain desire; to live in continence or chastity.

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