parcel

//ˈpɑːr.səl//
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Noun

parcelSingular
parcelsPlural
1

An object or collection of objects wrapped in paper or packed in a box, especially for sending by post.

I received a parcel from my grandmother today.

2

A piece or portion of land.

They bought a parcel of land to build their new house.

3

A quantity or group of things, especially people, regarded as a unit.

A parcel of tourists gathered at the entrance of the museum.

Verb

1

To wrap something up into a parcel.

She parceled the gifts before sending them.

2

To divide something into portions and distribute it.

The manager parceled out the tasks among the team members.

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