dealing

noun

deal·​ing ˈdē-liŋ 

1

: method of business : manner of conduct

2

dealings plural : friendly or business interactions

Synonyms of dealing

• interaction
• relation

Examples of dealing in a Sentence

There were reports of shady dealings between the two sides.

He has a reputation for fair dealing.

Recent Examples on the Web

Much like its predecessor, Yellowstone, the show leans into themes of rural politics and shady Western dealings — all the hallmarks that Taylor Sheridan fans know and love. — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026

And, perhaps more importantly for a party whose political fortunes are practically inseparable from its leader’s own personal brand, Farage himself is under unprecedented scrutiny for some of his financial dealings. — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 5 July 2026

Discipline has been the watchword during Manchester United’s dealings in the early weeks of this summer’s market, as chief executive Omar Berrada outlined in an end-of-season interview to United’s Inside Carrington podcast. — Mark Critchley, New York Times, 4 July 2026

But can this love story survive the Jackson ranch's shady dealings? — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing dealing

• dealing box
• double-dealing
• self-dealing

Rhymes for dealing

• ceiling
• feeling
• healing
• heeling
• keeling
• kneeling
• pealing
• peeling
• reeling
• sealing
• squealing
• stealing

Kids Definition

dealing

noun

1

plural : friendly or business relations

dealings with an automobile agency

2

: a way of acting or of doing business

fair dealing