How to Pronounce Parcel
Parcel
'pɑrsəl
Syllables:
par·cel
Part of speech:
noun verb
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Definition
A parcel is a box or package that you send or receive by mail.
Examples
- I received a parcel with a new book inside.
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Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| parcel delivery | collocation | PARcel deLIVery | The parcel delivery arrived earlier than expected. |
| parcel post | collocation | PARcel POST | She sent the gift through parcel post yesterday. |
| parcel out | phrasal verb | PARcel OUT | They decided to parcel out the land evenly. |
| parcel up | phrasal verb | PARcel UP | Please parcel up the items for shipping today. |
Fun Fact
The word 'parcel' comes from the Old French 'parcelle,' meaning a small part or portion, originally used in law and land division before evolving to mean a wrapped package.
Word Family
noun
parcel
A package or a small piece of land.
"I received a parcel in the mail today."
verb
parcel
To divide something into parts and send or give them.
"She parceled the gifts and gave one to each child."
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