contents

(noun, verb)

noun

1. (usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

- he emptied the contents of his pockets

- the two groups were similar in content

Similar word(s): content

Definition categories: group, accumulation, aggregation, assemblage, collection

2. a list of divisions (chapters or articles) and the pages on which they start

Definition categories: communication, list, listing, table

Sentences with contents as a noun:

- It is not covered in your homeowner's policy. You need contents insurance.

- The contents of the cup had a familiar aroma.

- I always start a book by reading the dustjacket and the contents before I really dig in to the content itself.

verb

1. third-person singular simple present indicative form of content