definition of
[consist]

[1] #1 consist v. [dwell, lie, lie in] originate (in); "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country". wn

[2] #2 consist v. have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in; "The payment consists in food"; "What does love consist in?". wn

[3] #3 consist v. be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous; "Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end". wn

[4] #4 consist v. [comprise] be composed of; "The land he conquered comprised several provinces"; "What does this dish consist of?". wn