Container
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
An object designed to hold or store items, typically having an enclosed space. In shipping, it refers to large standardised metal boxes used for transporting goods.
“The shipping container arrived at the port filled with electronics.”
Pronunciation
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/kənˈteɪnə/
Syllables
con·tain·er
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