English Reference
adjective

packaged

adj.
US /ˈpækɪdʒd/ UK /pˈækɪdʒd/ pack·aged

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    already put into a box, bag, or wrapper before being sold.

    enclosed in a container or wrapping, typically for retail sale or distribution.

    Simple

    I prefer buying loose vegetables rather than packaged ones to reduce plastic waste.

    In context

    The supermarket chain has committed to reducing the amount of packaged produce in its aisles to meet new environmental standards.

    Usage

    Often used to describe food or consumer goods in a retail context.

    wrappedboxedpre packed
    looseunpackagedbulk
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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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