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par·cel
 parcel
- pronunciation:
- par
s
 l
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a thing or group of things wrapped or packed together for carrying or shipping; package.
- synonyms:
- package
- similar words:
- box, bundle, carton, packet
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| definition 2: |
a distinct piece of land, often a portion of a larger tract.
- synonyms:
- lot, plot
- similar words:
- division, patch, plat, tract
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| related words: |
lot, mail, pack, piece, plot |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
parceled, parceling, parcels |
| definition 1: |
to allocate or allot in portions (usu. fol. by out).
- synonyms:
- allocate, allot, apportion, mete
- similar words:
- disburse, distribute, divide, divvy, dole, portion, ration
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| definition 2: |
to make into one or more packages.
- synonyms:
- package
- similar words:
- bag, box, bundle, wrap
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| related words: |
lot, pack, package, part, share, split |
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