Include

Definition

Include is a verb that means to contain something as part of a whole or to make something part of a group or category.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkluːd/
• Respelling: in-KLOOD

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkluːd/
• Respelling: in-KLOOD

Etymology

The word "include" originates from the Latin "includere," meaning "to enclose" or "to shut in," composed of "in-" (into) and "claudere" (to close). It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages.

Derivatives

• Inclusion (noun)
• Inclusive (adjective)
• Inclusivity (noun)
• Included (adjective)
• Including (verb)

Synonyms

• Incorporate
• Comprise
• Encompass

Antonyms

• Exclude
• Omit
• Remove

Usage

The verb "include" is frequently used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate that something is part of a larger entity. For example, "The package includes a user manual and warranty card" or "Please include all necessary documents with your application."

Related Terms

• Comprise: To consist of or be made up of parts.
• Incorporate: To combine or include as part of something larger.
• Integrate: To combine parts into a unified whole.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To contain something as part of a whole: Refers to including elements within a group or set.
  • Example: "The report includes data from multiple sources."
• To make someone or something part of a group or category: Refers to actively incorporating elements.
  • Example: "We should include her in the team meeting."