contained
/kənˈteɪnd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Restricted in space.
Adjective
Examples
The brush fire is now contained: if it doesn't jump the lines, it will burn itself out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “contained” mean?
Restricted in space.
Is “contained” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.