Packages: meaning, definitions and examples

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packages

 

[ ˈpæk.ɪdʒɪz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

delivery

A bundle of items wrapped or boxed together for carrying or shipping.

Synonyms

bundle, parcel, shipment

Examples of usage

  • I received a package from the post office today.
  • The courier delivered the package to my doorstep.
Context #2 | Noun

software development

A collection of software files bundled together for easy distribution and installation.

Synonyms

code library, software bundle

Examples of usage

  • I installed the latest version of the software package.
  • The developer created a custom package for the client.
Context #3 | Verb

delivery

To wrap, box, or bundle items for carrying or shipping.

Synonyms

box, bundle, wrap

Examples of usage

  • Can you package these items for shipping?
  • The company packages their products in eco-friendly materials.

Translations

Translations of the word "packages" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pacotes

🇮🇳 पैकेज

🇩🇪 Pakete

🇮🇩 paket

🇺🇦 пакети

🇵🇱 pakiety

🇯🇵 パッケージ

🇫🇷 paquets

🇪🇸 paquetes

🇹🇷 paketler

🇰🇷 패키지

🇸🇦 حزم

🇨🇿 balíčky

🇸🇰 balíky

🇨🇳 包裹

🇸🇮 paketi

🇮🇸 pakki

🇰🇿 пакеттер

🇬🇪 პაკეტები

🇦🇿 paketlər

🇲🇽 paquetes

Etymology

The word 'package' originated from the Middle French word 'pacquet' which meant a small package or bundle. The use of 'package' in English dates back to the 16th century. Over time, it has evolved to refer to various types of bundles or collections of items, including physical packages for delivery and software packages for distribution.

See also: packaged, packager, unpackage.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,457 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.