The Simple English Wikipedia has an article on: Container Word parts contain + -er Pronunciation (UK) IPA (key): /kənˈteɪnə/ (US) IPA (key): /kənˈteɪnɚ/ Audio (UK)(file) Noun Singular container Plural containers (countable) An object that is used to hold or carry things inside it. They put their cards in containers. Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads