Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
parcel
noun
/ˈpɑːr.səl/

Definition
A parcel is a package or bundle that is wrapped and often contains goods or items for delivery.

Examples
- She received a parcel in the mail today.
- We need to parcel the items before shipping them.
- The land is divided into several parcels for sale.

Meaning
In a broader sense, parcel can also refer to a part or portion of something larger.

Synonyms
- package
- bundle
- packet
- consignment
- shipment