Meaning of the word contents in English

What does contents mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

contents

US /ˈkɑn·tents/
UK /ˈkɒn.tɛnts/

Plural Noun

1.

the things that are contained within something

Example:
She emptied the contents of her bag onto the table.
The box had valuable contents.
2.

the subjects or topics covered in a book, document, or course

Example:
Check the table of contents for the chapter you need.
The course contents include history, literature, and philosophy.