package


Definition: Meaning of, package in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈpakɪdʒ /

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package packages
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  1. something wrapped in paper, packed in a box and then sent by mail or delivered [=  parcel British English]
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  2. American English the paper or plastic container that food or other goods are sold in [=  packet British English]
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  3. a set of ideas or services that are suggested or offered all together as a group
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  4. a set of related programs sold together for use on a computer
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Prsesent Past Past Participle
package packaged packaged
Present Participle Third Person Singular
packaging packages
[transitive usually passive]
  1. also package up to put food or other goods into a bag, box etc ready to be sold or sent
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  2. to prepare something for sale, especially by making it attractive or interesting to a particular group of people
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package used in phrases

  • care package (noun)
    1. American English a package of food, sweets etc that is sent to someone living away from home, especially a student at college
  • dual inline package switch (noun)
    1. computing one of a set of small on-off switches mounted in computer hardware; used in place of jumpers to configure the machine for a user
  • package bomb (noun)
    1. a thin explosive device inside an envelope or package and detonated when opened
  • package deal (noun)
    1. also package holiday British English a holiday organized by a company at a fixed price that includes the cost of travel, hotel etc
    2. an offer or agreement which includes several things that you must buy or accept together
  • package holiday (noun)
    1. a tour arranged by a travel agent; transportation and food and lodging are all provided at an inclusive price
  • package store (noun)
    1. a store that sells alcoholic beverages for consumption elsewhere
  • package tour (noun)
    1. a PACKAGE DEAL ( 1)
  • software package (noun)
    1. computing written programs, procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
    2. merchandise consisting of a computer program that is offered for sale
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