Pronunciations (3)
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/kənˈteɪnd/
Pronunciation notes
- UK
- US
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/kənˈtæɪnd/
Pronunciation notes
- Australia
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kənˈteɪnd
Adjective
Restricted in space.
- Narrower terms
- Examples
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The brush fire is now contained: if it doesn't jump the lines, it will burn itself out.
Adjective
gotten under control
- Examples
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the oil spill is contained