include Definition
- 1to make someone or something part of a larger group or set
- 2to contain something as a part of something else
Using include: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "include" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The price includes taxes and fees.
Example
The book includes a glossary of terms.
Example
The package includes a free gift.
Example
The team includes players from all over the world.
include Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with include
Example
The hotel rate includes breakfast and dinner.
used to indicate that a list is not exhaustive and other items could be included
Example
The party will include games, music, and dancing, including but not limited to these activities.
Example
The price is inclusive of taxes and fees.
Origins of include
from Latin 'includere', meaning 'to shut in'
Summary: include in Brief
The verb 'include' [ɪnˈkluːd] means to add someone or something to a larger group or set, or to contain something as a part of something else. It can be used in phrases like 'included in,' 'including but not limited to,' and 'inclusive of.' Examples include 'The price includes taxes and fees,' and 'The book includes a glossary of terms.' Synonyms include 'incorporate' and 'encompass.'