'V n (Relational)' - Construction 6
| Name: | the contain something construction |
|---|---|
| Description: | A person or entity possesses a physical entity. |
| Verbs: | contain, get, have, hold |
| Example: | …her small bag that contained the precious pasteboard ticket. (BNC) |
| Membership: | Relational; characteristics; possession; literal |
| Semantic fields and roles: |