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container

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of container

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 of container

holder, receptacle, vessel

Words Related to container

basket, bin, box, caddy, carton, case, casket, crate, handbasket, locker, trunk

bag, hamper, pocket, sack

basin, bottle, bowl, bucket, can, jar, jug, keg, kettle, kit, pack, pail, pitcher, pot, tub, vat

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