include
If something includes something else, it has it as one part.
to have someone or something as one of the parts, members, or contents of a whole
To include something is to put it in a group, list, total, or plan.
to add someone or something to a group, list, total, document, or plan as one of its parts
If you include someone, you let them be part of what you are doing.
to let someone take part in an activity, conversation, decision, or social group
- Base: include
- Plural: includes
all-inclusive
1Price including everything
Describes a holiday, hotel, or package where the price includes all main things like food, drinks, and activities.
- We booked an all-inclusive holiday so we don't have to worry about extra costs.
- The resort offers all-inclusive packages with meals and entertainment.
- An all-inclusive cruise can sometimes be cheaper than paying for everything separately.
all-inclusive
6including everything in one price
with everything or almost everything included in the price
- We booked an all-inclusive resort for our holiday.
- The conference offers an all-inclusive package with meals and accommodation.
- The price is all-inclusive, so there are no extra service charges.
- They stayed at an all-inclusive hotel.
- Is this an all-inclusive price?
batteries included
8ready to use with essentials supplied
coming with what is needed to work immediately
- The remote-control car comes with batteries included.
- It is a simple, batteries-included kit for beginners.
- I wish moving into a new apartment came with batteries included.
- Does the toy come with batteries included?
include in
1make part of something
to put someone or something into a group, activity, or plan as one of its parts
- Please include me in the meeting invitation.
- The study includes children from three different schools in its sample.
- We want to include local residents in the decision-making process.
- Can you include my name in the list?
- The teacher included everyone in the activity.
include on
4put on a list or display
to add a name, item, or topic to a list, page, or agenda
- Her name was included on the guest list.
- We should include parking information on the website.
- The restaurant includes several vegan dishes on its menu.
- Please include my email address on the form.
- Can we include this topic on the agenda?
included with
3supplied together with something
given or supplied together with something you buy or use
- A protective case is included with the phone.
- Free cloud storage is included with your subscription.
- Towels and sheets are included with the apartment.
- Is lunch included with the tour?
- A charger is included with the tablet.
including but not limited to
5introducing a non-exhaustive list
used to say "these are examples, but there may be others too"
- The policy applies to all company devices, including but not limited to laptops, tablets, and phones.
- Applicants must provide supporting documents, including but not limited to proof of address and photo identification.
- The course covers environmental issues, including but not limited to climate change and biodiversity.
- The fee covers materials, including but not limited to books and online resources.
inclusive of
1Including something in the total
Used to say that something is already counted in the total amount or price.
- The rent is $900 per month, inclusive of utilities.
- Tuition is inclusive of course materials and exam fees.
- The figure, inclusive of tax, comes to just under $500.
inclusive of
7including within the total or range
including something as part of the total, price, or period
- The fee is $120, inclusive of tax.
- The rental period runs from Monday to Friday, inclusive of both dates.
- These figures are inclusive of shipping costs.
- The price is inclusive of breakfast and Wi-Fi.
not included
2excluded from what is provided
not part of the price, package, group, or plan
- Breakfast is not included, but there is a café next door.
- Delivery is not included in the advertised price.
- The museum pass covers general entry; special exhibitions are not included.
- Is tax included, or do I have to pay extra?
- Towels are not included in the basic room price.