comprise

[see also: compose, consist, contain, constitute, make up, include]

The monograph comprises three parts. [= has three parts only; cf.: The monograph includes two chapters on divergent series. Use comprise only when you mention all parts.]

[The form “is comprised of” (instead of is composed of) is considered incorrect by many native speakers.]



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