consist
noun
1. (rail transport) A lineup or sequence of railroad carriages or cars, with or without a locomotive, that form a unit.
- The train's consist included a baggage car, four passenger cars, and a diner.
verb
1. originate (in)
Definition categories: stative, be, exist
2. have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in
- The payment consists in food
- What does love consist in?
Definition categories: stative, be
3. be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
- Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end
Definition categories: stative, agree, check, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, match, tally
4. be composed of
- The land he conquered comprised several provinces
- What does this dish consist of?
Similar word(s): comprise
Definition categories: stative, be
Sentences with consist as a verb:
- The greeting package consists of some brochures, a pen, and a notepad.