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in-KLOOD-ing/ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/

Including shows that something is part of a larger set: including breakfast, everyone including the driver, tax including VAT. Include is the verb. Excluding is the opposite. Inclusive is a related adjective. Do not write including when you mean excluding, or conclude.

Meaning

Used to show that someone or something is part of a larger group.

Examples

• “The tour is £40, including lunch on the boat.”
• “All bags, including hand luggage, go through the scanner.”
• “The price is £25, including a city map at the desk.”

Good to know

including breakfast / including tax. Verb: include. Opposite: excluding.

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