Words / A2

PAK-ij/ˈpækɪdʒ/

A package is a wrapped parcel: a package in the post, a holiday package (a set deal), open the package. Parcel is a close British cousin. Packet is often smaller (a packet of biscuits). Pack is the verb. Do not write package when you mean packet, or packing (the activity).

Meaning

A wrapped box or parcel sent in the post or by courier.

Examples

• “A package arrived for you at reception.”
• “Sign here when the package arrives.”
• “They booked a package that included the hotel and coach.”

Good to know

a package in the post / a holiday package. Cousin: parcel. Smaller: packet. Mix-up: packet.

Near in meaning

parcel

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