container

/kənˈteɪnər/

Definitions

1. noun

a vessel or enclosure used for holding or carrying something, typically with a lid or opening

“She stored the food in a container to keep it fresh.”

2. verb

to hold or enclose something in a vessel or enclosure

“The company will container the hazardous waste according to regulations.”

3. verb

to supply a ship with goods or equipment in a container, typically at a port

“The ship will be containered with essential supplies for the voyage.”

Synonyms

  • enclosure
  • receptacle
  • vessel

Antonyms

  • empty space
  • void