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packing

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 sale
2 : 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>

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