CEFR B1

parcel

noun

Meaning

An object or collection of objects wrapped in paper or packed in a box, typically for mailing or delivery.

Examples

The postman delivered a large parcel to our door this morning.
She carefully unwrapped the parcel, excited to see what was inside.

Synonyms: package, bundle, box, consignment

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parcel (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpɑːrsl/

Definition

An object or collection of objects wrapped in paper or packed in a box, typically for mailing or delivery.

Examples

The postman delivered a large parcel to our door this morning.
She carefully unwrapped the parcel, excited to see what was inside.

How to Use parcel

parcel of land (collocation): A specific piece of land. — "They purchased a small parcel of land near the lake."
parcel out (phrasal verb): To divide and distribute something. — "The profits were parceled out among the investors."

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