Parcel

A parcel is an object or a collection of objects wrapped in paper, a box, or other packaging, typically sent by mail or delivered by a courier. It can also refer to a section or piece of something, such as land or information. The size and contents of a parcel can vary widely, from small personal items to large commercial shipments. Often, a parcel is sealed and has an address label attached for delivery. In a legal or economic context, 'parcel' might describe a specific, defined piece of property. Furthermore, 'parcel' can describe a quantity of something or even a group or collection of related items. Its use helps to describe objects or property which are often linked together through a physical or logical association.

Parcel meaning with examples

• The online shopper eagerly awaited the arrival of their eagerly anticipated parcel, hoping it would be delivered before the weekend. After a week of waiting, the mail carrier finally delivered the eagerly anticipated parcel to their doorstep, filled with the contents ordered a week prior, as was expected.
• The developer bought a large parcel of land to build a new shopping center. The parcel, which had been vacant for years, held significant potential for the construction project, with the ability to draw in large crowds. The parcel's prime location was a huge appeal for the future business.
• She carefully unwrapped the parcel, revealing a delicate antique vase inside. It had taken her weeks of bidding to finally win, and the parcel had travelled for a long time and had come from across the world. Careful delivery was expected, as they were warned it could break.
• The detective uncovered a parcel of evidence that helped him solve the crime. Each clue had added up, and the parcel of evidence, which had been carefully collected, sealed the culprit’s fate. The sheer volume of information had been the key.
• The company decided to ship the product to the customer in a smaller parcel, as the original packaging had been too bulky. This created some difficulties in logistics, but the customer received their parcel safely, with their order secure and intact, but still happy.