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package

[ pak-ij ]

noun

  1. a bundle of something, usually of small or medium size, that is packed and wrapped or boxed; parcel.
  2. a container, as a box or case, in which something is or may be packed.

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  3. something conceived of as a compact unit having particular characteristics:

    That child is a package of mischief.

  4. the packing of goods, freight, etc.
  5. a finished product contained in a unit that is suitable for immediate installation and operation, as a power or heating unit.
  6. a group, combination, or series of related parts or elements to be accepted or rejected as a single unit.
  7. a complete program produced for the theater, television, etc., or a series of these, sold as a unit.


verb (used with object)

packaged, packaging.
  1. to make or put into a package.
  2. to design and manufacture a package for (a product or series of related products):

    They package their soaps in eye-catching wrappers.

  3. to group or combine (a series of related parts) into a single unit.
  4. to combine the various elements of (a tour, entertainment, etc.) for sale as a unit.

package

/ ˈæɪ /

noun

  1. any wrapped or boxed object or group of objects
    1. a proposition, offer, or thing for sale in which separate items are offered together as a single or inclusive unit
    2. ( as modifier )

      a package holiday

      a package deal

  2. a complete unit consisting of a number of component parts sold separately
  3. the act or process of packing or packaging
  4. computing a set of programs designed for a specific type of problem in statistics, production control, etc, making it unnecessary for a separate program to be written for each problem
  5. another word for pack 1
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

verb

  1. to wrap in or put into a package
  2. to design and produce a package for (retail goods)
  3. to group (separate items) together as a single unit
  4. to compile (complete books) for a publisher to market
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • 貹a·· adjective
  • ·貹a verb (used with object) mispackaged mispackaging
  • ·貹ad adjective
  • ܲ·貹a noun
  • ܲ·貹a adjective
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of package1

First recorded in 1605–15, package is from the Dutch word pakkage “b.” See pack 1, -age
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Synonym Study

Package, pack, packet, parcel refer to a bundle or to something fastened together. A package is a bundle of things packed and wrapped: a package from the drugstore. A pack is a large bundle or bale of things put or fastened together, usually wrapped up or in a bag, case, etc., to be carried by a person or a beast of burden: a peddler's pack. A packet, originally a package of letters or dispatches, is a small package or bundle: a packet of gems. A parcel is an object or objects wrapped up to form a single, small bundle: a parcel containing two dresses.
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Example Sentences

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Choice Extra, the priciest option of the bunch, is the only package offering passengers two free checked bags.

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“The County is offering what we believe is a fair three-year compensation package, considering the tremendous budgetary pressures we face,” Davenport’s office said in a statement.

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“In places where I've worked, I feel confidence was rewarded, but it was only recognizable when it came in a certain package,” Javor said.

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The Mobile Closet debuted at last year’s New York Film Festival, with Criterion offering guests a first-come, first-served chance to buy the company’s carefully curated, beautifully packaged movies.

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If Hunter can also work his magic in limited defensive packages then the Jags really could have pulled off a masterstroke.

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