Contain

7 lettersverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

To have or hold something within, or to prevent something from spreading or increasing.

“The box contains all the documents needed for the application.”

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Seven letters with CON- prefix; contains common vowels A and I

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Worth 9 points; the N at both positions allows flexible word building

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