Definition
to comprise: to include, to encompass, to incorporate
The United Kingdom is comprised of Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England. It incorporates these four countries.
to be comprised of: to be composed of, to be made up of, to encompass, to consist of
Luna's vegetarian dishes are often comprised of tofu and lentils. Her meals often consist of these ingredients.
- "Day 13 : Horatio has constructed a small tent near the ovens, comprised mainly of asparagus and T-Bone steaks."
- "I was under the impression that the country is comprised of mostly plateaus and deserts."
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