Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Containing.
How to pronounce containing:
US
Containing - as a verb
Include or contain; have as a component
Example: "A totally new idea is comprised in this paper"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compriseincorporateContain or hold; have within
Example: "The jar carries wine"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bearcarryholdHypernyms (Closely Related)
includeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Example: "Moderate your alcohol intake"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
checkcontrolcurbholdhold inmoderateHypernyms (Closely Related)
hold backkeepkeep backrestrainHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be divisible by
Example: "24 contains 6"
Containing - as a noun
(in the plural) contents
Example Sentences
"The package was securely contained in the containing box."
"She opened the containing folder and sorted the documents inside."
"The bottle had a label containing all the ingredients."
"He wrote a letter containing his thoughts and feelings."
"The bag had a secret compartment containing valuable items."
Word Game Points
Is CONTAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, containing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is CONTAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, containing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is CONTAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, containing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
