The abbreviation "incl." stands for "including," which means to comprehend or cover something or someone in a group or category. Synonyms of the term include "comprising," "encompassing," "embracing," "containing," and "entailing." "Comprising" suggests that the included items are essential parts of the whole. "Encompassing" indicates that the items are surrounded and enclosed by the inclusive category. "Embracing" implies a warm welcome or acceptance of individuals or groups. "Containing" signifies that the items are held within the inclusive list. "Entailing" means that the items are necessary for the whole to exist. These synonymic expressions are helpful in providing variety in language use or avoiding repetition in writing.