as in bins
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
save the plastic containers from the deli for other uses
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of containers
Separate into freezer containers using amounts that will be used in recipes, leaving headspace (or put three tablespoons each of whole egg mixture into ice cube tray slots, then transfer to moisture-vapor-proof containers once frozen and immediately put back in the freezer.
—
Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Fill clear glass containers and small cake pedestals with a variety of candies in lively colors.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
The podcast features highlights from the event, sponsored by Kia, which focused on ways to cut plastic production, encourage the reuse of plastic containers and improve plastic recycling.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
It is designed to fit inside standard 40 feet shipping containers.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Many home storage containers let in small amounts of air, which can cause coffee to become freezer-burned over time.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Those small containers don’t protect the roots very well.
—Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Rosemary plants can be planted in the ground or in containers.
—Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
If containers are too large to move indoors or to a sheltered location, mound mulch around the pot and wrap it in a heavy blanket or burlap.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Fill clear glass containers and small cake pedestals with a variety of candies in lively colors.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
The podcast features highlights from the event, sponsored by Kia, which focused on ways to cut plastic production, encourage the reuse of plastic containers and improve plastic recycling.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
It is designed to fit inside standard 40 feet shipping containers.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Many home storage containers let in small amounts of air, which can cause coffee to become freezer-burned over time.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Those small containers don’t protect the roots very well.
—Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Rosemary plants can be planted in the ground or in containers.
—Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
If containers are too large to move indoors or to a sheltered location, mound mulch around the pot and wrap it in a heavy blanket or burlap.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for containers
Noun
-
Instead, the Yankees of yesteryear would have thrown money at him while the Mets shopped in the bargain bins, always living in the shadows of big brother in the Bronx.Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
-
Best Storage Deals Organize the rooms in your house with storage cabinets, nesting baskets, and bins.Ali Faccenda, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
For large crypto holders, this would be an incredible scheme, a wealth transfer from the government to crypto whales.Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
-
The future generation of wealth-holders needs advice on what to do to ensure their own future.Ben Kunz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The news comes after Norwegian canceled around five months of cruises on its Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Star and Norwegian Jewel vessels last month.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
-
These are typically due to high blood pressure, aneurysms, head trauma, or an abnormal tangle of vessels known as arteriovenous malformation.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
If the company can tick the right boxes, providing those measures won’t be taxable to the employee.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
-
Josh and Sarah are in need of a resilient cookie recipe that can withstand travel for their annual holiday gift boxes.Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near containers
Cite this Entry
“Containers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/containers. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share