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parcel


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verb
parceled or parcelledparcel·ing or parcel·ling \ˈpär-s(ə-)liŋ\

Definition of PARCEL

transitive verb
1
: to divide into parts : distribute —often used with out
2
: to make up into a parcel : wrap
3
: to cover (as a rope) with strips of canvas or tape

First Known Use of PARCEL

15th century

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