Main Entry:

pack·ing

Pronunciation:

\ˈpa-kiŋ\

Function:

noun

Date:

14th century

1 a: the action or process of packing something ; also : a method of packing b: the processing of food and especially meat for future sale2: material (as a covering or stuffing) used to protect packed goods (as for shipping) ; also : material used for making airtight or watertight <packing for a faucet>