Contains
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To have or hold something within boundaries or limits. It can also mean to control or restrain something from spreading or escalating.
“This bottle contains enough water to last you through the entire hike.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/kənˈteɪnz/
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Rich in common consonants 'N', 'T', 'S'; vowels 'O', 'A', 'I' provide excellent coverage
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8-letter word worth 10 points; common letters make it versatile for building on existing words
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