Words / A2

in-KLOOD/ɪnˈkluːd/

To include is to have something as a part. The price includes tax. Include someone in a group. Contain is more about what is inside a box or text. Exclude is the opposite. Including is a useful preposition-like word: everyone, including me.

Meaning

To have something as a part of a group or whole.

Examples

• “The price includes breakfast.”
• “Does the tour include lunch?”
• “Please include your phone number.”

Good to know

include = have as a part. Opposite: exclude. including + noun.

Near in meaning

contain

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