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package

n. · v.
US //ˈpækədʒ// UK //pˈækɪdʒ// pack·age
  1. 1 a parcel (n.)
    A2 Elementary

    an object or group of objects wrapped in paper or packed in a box.

    a physical object or collection of items packed together and wrapped for transport or delivery.

    Example

    The courier delivered a large package to my office this morning.

    Example

    The fragile contents were secured within the package using several layers of protective foam to prevent damage during international transit.
  2. 2 a set of related items (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    a group of things that are sold or offered together as one unit.

    a collection of related items, services, or proposals offered as a single integrated unit.

    Example

    The bank offers a special package for students that includes a free credit card.

    Example

    The compensation package includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health insurance, and a generous annual performance bonus.
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  1. 3 software (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Technical Computing

    a set of computer programs designed to work together.

    a collection of software files or programs bundled together for installation or specific functionality.

    Example

    You need to install the latest security package to protect your computer.

    Example

    The developer updated the graphics package to ensure compatibility with the new operating system's architecture.
  2. 4 broadcast report (n.)
    C1 Advanced Technical television

    a complete news story that is ready to be shown on TV.

    a self-contained television news report that includes video, sound bites, and a voiceover.

    Example

    The reporter is finishing her package for the six o'clock news.

    Example

    The editor spent three hours polishing the investigative package before it was cleared for the evening broadcast.
  3. 5 male genitalia (n.)
    C2 Proficiency Informal Vulgar Humorous

    a word used to talk about a man's private parts through his clothes.

    a euphemistic and often vulgar reference to the male genitalia, typically as visible through clothing.

    Example

    He wore such tight jeans that you could see his package.

    Example

    The tabloid's focus on the athlete's package in the beach photos was widely criticised as being in poor taste.
  4. 6 to wrap or bundle (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    to put something into a box or wrap it so it can be sold or sent.

    to enclose an item in a container or wrapping for sale, distribution, or protection.

    Example

    The company decided to package the juice in glass bottles instead of plastic.

    Example

    The marketing team spent months designing a new way to package the luxury skincare line to appeal to younger consumers.
Origin

Equivalent to pack + -age. Possibly influenced by Anglo-Latin paccagium or Old French pacquage.

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