noun🔗ShareThe state of being contained."The water bottle's containment prevented the juice from spilling into my backpack. "stateconditionsituationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe state of containing."The containment of the spilled juice prevented it from spreading across the table. "stateconditionpoliticsgovernmentmilitaryorganizationscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareSomething contained."The landfill's containment of trash prevented harmful chemicals from leaking into the groundwater. "thingmaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA policy of checking the expansion of a hostile foreign power by creating alliances with other states; especially the foreign policy strategy of the United States in the early years of the Cold War."The school implemented a policy of containment to limit the spread of rumors by addressing them directly and promoting open communication. "politicsgovernmentworldnationstatedoctrinehistorymilitarywarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA physical system designed to prevent the accidental release of radioactive or other dangerous materials from a nuclear reactor or industrial plant."The nuclear power plant's containment structure is built with thick concrete walls to prevent radiation leaks in case of an accident. "technologyindustryenvironmentdisastersystemsciencebuildingenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn inclusion"The box's containment of old photos brought back many memories. "abstractChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading