parcel
Pronunciation: [ˈpɑːr.səl]
Word
Context: "shipping"
(noun) a parcel is a package or something wrapped up that is sent through the mail or delivered to someone. It can contain anything from books to toys.
Example
I received a parcel with my new clothes in it yesterday.
Example
There was no parcel waiting for me at the post office today.
Example
Did you get the parcel I sent you last week?
Context: "organizing"
(verb) to parcel means to divide something into smaller parts or to distribute it. It's like sharing out candy with your friends so everyone gets some.
Example
The teacher decided to parcel out the cookies to all the students after lunch.
Example
She didn't parcel the gifts, so everyone ended up with too many or too few.
Example
How do you plan to parcel the cake for the party?
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