Meaning of the word container in English

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container

US /kənˈteɪ.nɚ/
UK /kənˈteɪ.nɚ/
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Noun

1.

an object such as a box or a bottle that is used for holding something

Example:
Please put the leftovers in an airtight container.
The factory produces various types of plastic containers.
2.

a large metal box of a standard size in which goods are packed for transport by ship, rail, or road

Example:
The goods were shipped in a large cargo container.
Dozens of shipping containers were stacked at the port.
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