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container
noun con·tain·er \kən-ˈtā-nər\
: an object (such as a box or can) that can hold something
: a large box that goods are placed in so that they can be moved from one place to another on a ship, airplane, train, or truck
Full Definition of CONTAINER
: one that contains: as a : a receptacle (as a box or jar) for holding goods b : a portable compartment in which freight is placed (as on a train or ship) for convenience of movement
— con·tain·er·less \-ləs\ adjective
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First Known Use of CONTAINER
15th century
Related to CONTAINER
- Synonyms
- holder, receptacle, vessel
Rhymes with CONTAINER
CONTAINER Defined for Kids
container
noun con·tain·er \kən-ˈtā-nər\
Definition of CONTAINER for Kids
: something into which other things can be put (as for storage)
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