[Torie]

con·tain   Audio pronunciation of "contains" ( P )  Pronunciation Key  (kn-tn)
tr.v. con·tained, con·tain·ing, con·tains

   1.
         1. To have within; hold.
         2. To be capable of holding.
   2. To have as component parts; include or comprise: The album contains many memorable songs.
   3.
         1. To hold or keep within limits; restrain: I could hardly contain my curiosity.
         2. To halt the spread or development of; check: Science sought an effective method of containing the disease.
   4. To check the expansion or influence of (a hostile power or ideology) by containment.
   5. Mathematics. To be exactly divisible by.

Check out definition number 3, 3(1) in particular. Context is your friend. Thanks.

[river rat]

I did notice that is was the THIRD -- possible use of the word...and not nearly as descriptive or clear of intent as other words.

If you won't admit that both words I suggested were clearer ..then remain an unclear smart ass.

Now, I think I hear your mommy calling.... go away.

Semper Fi