Contenant (en. Container)

/kɔ̃.tə.nɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A container is a receptacle that functions to hold objects or substances.

A jar is an ideal container for jam.

Un pot est un contenant idéal pour la confiture.

In computing, a container can also refer to a data structure that contains other objects.

A table is a container for many values.

Un tableau est un contenant pour de nombreuses valeurs.

In law, a container refers to a request made before a judge.

The container of the case was filed with the court.

Le contenant de l'affaire a été déposé auprès du tribunal.

From the verb contain, from Latin continere.

food containers

Recipients used to store food.

contenants alimentaires

airtight container

Container that prevents air or other elements from entering.

contenant hermétique

recyclable container

Container that can be recycled after use.

contenant recyclable

content

What is inside a container.

contenu

capacity

The capacity of a container to hold something.

contenance

to contain

Verb meaning to have something inside.

contenir

Term used to refer to a marijuana jar.

He took out his container to smoke.

Il a sorti son contenant pour fumer.

A container can refer to an object that serves as a support for something more important.

This old box is a container for my memories.

Ce vieux carton est un contenant pour mes souvenirs.