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How do you describe something that belongs to something?

Here are some ways to describe something that belongs to something, along with examples:

General:

* Belongs to: The book belongs to the library.

* Is part of: This chair is part of the dining set.

* Is a component of: The engine is a component of the car.

* Is included in: This map is included in the travel guide.

* Is associated with: This painting is associated with the Impressionist movement.

* Is owned by: The house is owned by the Smiths.

More specific:

* Is a member of: The dog is a member of the canine family.

* Is a subset of: The birds are a subset of the animal kingdom.

* Is a characteristic of: Redness is a characteristic of apples.

* Is an attribute of: Kindness is an attribute of a good person.

* Is a feature of: The Eiffel Tower is a feature of Paris.

Using possessive forms:

* The book's pages are yellowed.

* The house's roof needs repairs.

* My sister's car is a red convertible.

Using prepositions:

* Of: The wheels of the car are flat.

* In: The birds in the sky are flying south.

* On: The picture on the wall is beautiful.

Choosing the best description depends on the specific context and the relationship between the two things.

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