1. adj., v., & n.
--predic.adj.
1. satisfied; adequately happy; in agreement.
2 (foll. by to + infin.) willing.
--v.tr. make content; satisfy.
--n. a contented state; satisfaction.
Phrases and idioms:
to one's heart's content to the full extent of one's desires.
Etymology: ME f. OF f. L contentus satisfied, past part. of continere (as contain) 2. n.1 (usu. in pl.) what is contained in something, esp. in a vessel, book, or house.
2 the amount of a constituent contained (low sodium content).
3 the substance or material dealt with (in a speech, work of art, etc.) as distinct from its form or style.
4 the capacity or volume of a thing.
Etymology: ME f. med.L contentum (as contain)