Packer: meaning, definitions and examples

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packer

[ ˈpækər ]

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job

A person who packs items, typically for shipping or storage.

Synonyms

bundler, packager, wrapper

Examples of usage

The packer carefully wrapped each item before placing it in the box.
She worked as a packer in a warehouse, packing orders for shipment.

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sports

A player who plays in the forward line of a football team, typically responsible for scoring goals.

Synonyms

forward, goal scorer, striker

Examples of usage

The packer scored a hat-trick in the match.
He is known as a prolific packer, always finding the back of the net.

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software

A tool used to create packages for software distribution.

Synonyms

bundler, installer, packager

Examples of usage

The developer used a packer to create an installer for the application.
This packer simplifies the process of bundling software components.

Translations

Translations of the word "packer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 empacotador

🇮🇳 पैकर

🇩🇪 Verpacker

🇮🇩 pengemas

🇺🇦 пакувальник

🇵🇱 pakowacz

🇯🇵 パッカー

🇫🇷 emballeur

🇪🇸 empaquetador

🇹🇷 paketleyici

🇰🇷 포장자

🇸🇦 معبئ

🇨🇿 balírník

🇸🇰 balič

🇨🇳 包装工

🇸🇮 pakirer

🇮🇸 pökkunarmaður

🇰🇿 ораушы

🇬🇪 შემფუთავი

🇦🇿 paker

🇲🇽 empaquetador

Word origin

The word 'packer' originated from the Middle English word 'pak', which means to pack. It has been used in various contexts over the years, from packing items for shipping to playing a specific position in sports teams. The term has also evolved to include software packaging in the digital age.

See also: pack, package, packaging, packed, packet, packing, unpack.