Thesaurus results for CONTAINER

container

noun

kən-ˈtā-nər

Definition of container

as in bin

something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation save the plastic containers from the deli for other uses

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of container The chemicals provide flexibility and lubrication in a wide variety of products, including children’s toys, food storage containers, shower curtains, deodorants, hair gels and body lotions. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026 To-go bags are meant to carry containers of food, not just the food, such as the mixed greens and baby arugula here. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 Mass spectrometry revealed that the broken containers had once held something containing the chemical compounds theobromine, theophylline, caffeine, and paraxanthine. — ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026 Anticoagulant Sodium Citrate Solution USP, 250 mL in a Viaflex plastic container, was also recalled, but the FDA noted it was only distributed to one customer. — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for container

Recent Examples of Synonyms for container

Noun

Each bin features a weatherproof gasket seal that locks out moisture and dust and keeps your belongings looking and smelling fresh.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2026
Meanwhile, the three Romanians ditched the van, chucked their clothing into a garbage bin, and ordered a taxi to Heathrow Airport.

— Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of bin

Noun

Fundstrat also noted that bitcoin rallied without fresh purchases from Strategy, the world’s largest corporate holder of the cryptocurrency.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026
In addition, ticket-holders will have special access to explore the iconic Tam O’Shanter venue.

— Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of holder

Noun

As receptacles for energy, plants communicate through vibrations, and these vibrations provide clues to their emotional states and sustaining intelligence.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026
In order to help prevent potential conflicts, the agency recommends safely storing trash, animal feed and other attractants as well as locking up trash receptacles and food scraps to eliminate odors that may attract wildlife.

— Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of receptacle

Noun

The technology was also tested against deceptive behaviour, an in a different scenario, fishing boats appeared to retreat while vessels from another direction accelerated toward the coastguard ship.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Industry experts generally expect crude oil and LNG tankers to be granted priority clearance due to their criticality to global energy supplies, while container ships and other cargo vessels may face longer wait times.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of vessel

Noun

The remaining two reversals came from the batter’s box, with Cincinnati’s Sal Stewart and Chicago outfielder Seiya Suzuki each winning a challenge.

— Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026
This is the first instance of confirmation that Xbox’s Project Helix is not just an individual box, long thought to be a PC/console hybrid, but a family of multiple devices, something rumored, but not said outright, officially.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of box

Noun

The scents are housed in bottles designed by artist Ashley Longshore that are meant to be collectible.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
The small table was crowded with bottles of sparkling San Pellegrino and fancy saucières filled with every sauce and condiment on offer.

— Jonny Hallam, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of bottle

Browse Nearby Words

contained

container

containerport

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Container.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/container. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of container

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on container

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

illustrious

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Commonly Misspelled Words

Popular in Wordplay

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Even More Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

The Words of the Week - Aug. 28

Why do we say 'break a leg'?

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Games & Quizzes