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package Definition

pack·age (pak′ij)

noun

  1. Obsolete the act or process of packing
  2. a wrapped or boxed thing or group of things; parcel
  3. a container, wrapping, etc., esp. one in which a commodity is packed for sale
  4. ☆ a number of items, plans, etc. offered or proposed as an inseparable unit
  5. a self-contained component or unit, usually one that is already assembled

transitive verb -·aged, -·ag·ing

  1. to wrap or box, as for transporting, carrying, etc.
    1. to wrap or seal (a commodity) in a container, wrappings, etc. designed to attract purchasers
    2. to otherwise offer in an attractive or enticing way as for commercial consumption to package a political candidate
  3. to put together or offer as a unit

adjective

designating or of a plan, offer, etc. by which a number of items are offered as an inseparable unit package deal, package tour

package Related Forms
pack′·ager noun
package Synonyms

package

n.

  1. A bundle

    parcel, packet, bundle, pack, burden, load, kit, bunch, sheaf, bale, batch, roll, bag, box, case, carton, crate, container, can, tin, sack, bottle, packaging, wrapping, packing, shrink-wrap; see also bag 1, container.

  2. A set of things offered as a unit

    unit, package deal, set, lot, combination, aggregate, grouping, ensemble, assortment.

package and parcel are applied to something wrapped or boxed for transportation, sale, etc. and imply moderateness of size and a compact or orderly arrangement; bundle refers to a number of things bound together for convenience in carrying, storing, etc. and does not in itself carry connotations as to size or compactness a bundle of discarded clothing; bale implies a standardized or uniform quantity of goods, as raw cotton or hay, compressed into a rectangular mass and tightly bound; pack is applied to a package of a standard amount a pack of cigarettes or to a compact bundle carried on the back of a person or animal

Package Hacker Definition
An object containing files and instructions for distributing software.
package Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • measure: In 2000, the government introduced a package of measures under the banner " Getting Britain Giving.

Converse of object

  • tailor: The above options are examples, please contact us for a package tailored to your requirements.
  • authore: He is experienced in a number of design and authoring packages, coming from a background in computing and television technology.
  • host: Does your web hosting packages include any limit do you set on maximum mailbox sizes?
  • install: Likewise, removing CD drives might seem a good idea until an admin needs to install a new software package on the PC.
  • select: Select the holiday package of your choice today and book your holidays with us.
  • offer: We can also offer a 4 hour response package.

Adjective modifier

  • comprehensive: Operators at the plant also now have access to a comprehensive diagnostic package, which minimizes downtime thanks to targeted fault diagnostics.
  • statistical: A data type was required that could hold the basic data structures that are used in the Genstat statistical package.
  • competitive: Benefits: Very competitive salary package, with generous relocation allowance where appropriate.
  • inclusive: Growth in theater inclusive packages was one of the highlights in 1999/2000.
  • integrated: We are loading the Sun Star Office integrated package on which is free to Schools.
  • bespoke: Lime group offers bespoke communications packages to SME and start up Businesses as well as an online consultancy service.

Modifies a noun

  • holiday: Sitting next to me were two Russian English teachers who had been on a package holiday in Britain.

Noun used with modifier

  • software: Students will become familiar with the database software package Microsoft Access.
  • remuneration: In return our client is able to offer an excellent remuneration package with class leading benefits packages.
  • incorporation: We offer a choice of companies incorporation packages to suit your practice requirements.
  • broadband: TalkTalk broadband packages come with a free modem and easy-to-follow installation instructions.
  • formation: We offer a choice of Hong Kong company formation packages to suit your practice requirements.
  • vacation: You can shop for everything from out-of-print books to vacation packages to luxury cars to collectibles.