Include

/ɪnˈkluːd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make someone or something a part of a whole or to allow for the participation of someone or something.

The price of the ticket includes access to all the exhibits.

To comprise or contain as part of a whole.

The team includes experts from various fields.

To associate or allow someone or something to be a part of a group or category.

She wanted to include her friends in the celebration.

To add something as part of a larger whole.

The cookbook includes a variety of recipes from different cultures.

To contain, as a component.

The survey includes questions about health and wellness.

Late Middle English: from Latin includere, from in- 'into' + claudere 'to shut'.

include me out

To express that one does not want to be included.

include the cost

To factor expenses into the overall total.

to include everything

To make sure all items or aspects are considered.

exclusive

Not including something; restricted to a particular group.

inclusive

Including all the services or items normally expected.

exclusion

The act of leaving someone or something out.

To bring someone into a conversation or activity.

We should include Jake in our plans; he might have good ideas.

To acknowledge someone's presence or opinion.

Don't forget to include her in the discussion; her perspective is valuable.